General Practitioner Jobs in Palmdale, CA

A General Practitioner (GP) is a vital professional in the Physician industry. They are usually the first point of contact for most patients seeking healthcare services and provide comprehensive, continued and community-based medical care to individuals. GPs diagnose and treat various health conditions, illnesses, and injuries, refer patients to specialists when needed, and perform minor surgeries. They also play a significant role in health education and disease prevention initiatives by advising patients on diet, exercise, and other healthy habits.

To become a General Practitioner, one needs to possess several important skills and certifications. They typically hold a Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree, followed by a residency in family medicine or general practice. They also need to be board-certified by bodies like the American Board of Family Medicine. Key skills include excellent patient communication, problem-solving, decision-making, and compassion. They must be well-versed in medical laws and ethics, and be adept at using various medical equipment and technology. Prior roles that a person may have before becoming a GP include being a Medical Intern, Resident Physician, and Associate Physician.

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Physician

  • Burbank, CA (24 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Burbank, CA (24 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 21 days ago

CARING FOR OUR AIRMEN Physicians in the Air Force use their expertise in a variety of ways. From planning and administering medical services to a range of patients to creating policies and...

Hospitalist - OB

  • Lancaster, CA (17 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Lancaster, CA (17 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 5 hours ago

KPG Healthcare is currently seeking Hospitalist - OBs to fill opportunities throughout our network of hospitals....

Family Practice - Without OB Physician

  • Palmdale, CA
  • 19 hours ago
  • Palmdale, CA
  • 19 hours ago

Location: Los Angeles, CA County Facility: A private, non-profit health agency (FQHC) with multiple clinics in the LA area Opportunity: Seeking Family Medicine physicians for Ongoing Locums Coverage...

Staff Physician - Neurology

  • Burbank, CA (24 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Burbank, CA (24 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Take on an important role within a world-class health system. Deliver award-winning patient care within a state-of-the-art setting. Take your practice to the next level. U can do all this and more...

Primary Care Physician

  • Palmdale, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Palmdale, CA
  • 6 days ago

KPG Healthcare is currently seeking Primary Care Physicians to fill opportunities throughout our network of hospitals....

Supervisory Physician (Primary Care)

  • Lancaster, CA (17 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Lancaster, CA (17 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 11 days ago

Additional Requirement: Board Certified or Board Eligible in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine....

Supervisory Physician (Primary Care)

  • Lancaster, CA (17 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Lancaster, CA (17 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 12 days ago

Additional Requirement: Board Certified or Board Eligible in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine....

Physician - Optometrist

  • Lancaster, CA (17 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Lancaster, CA (17 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 13 days ago

Summary The VA Greater Los Angeles HealthCare System (GLA) seeks a residency-trained Optometrist. The selectee will provide optometric care, entry-level low vision rehabilitation care and...

Physician - Optometrist

  • Lancaster, CA (17 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Lancaster, CA (17 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 14 days ago

The VA Greater Los Angeles HealthCare System (GLA) seeks a residency-trained Optometrist. The selectee will provide optometric care, entry-level low vision rehabilitation care and therapeutic...

Physician / Psychiatry / California / Locum or Permanent / Psychiatrist opening in Lancaster, CA - $. Job in Lancaster Gr8Jobs

  • Lancaster, CA (17 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Lancaster, CA (17 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 17 days ago

Employed EMR: EPIC Working with underserved population Clinic offers: Psychiatry Medically Assisted Treatment(MAT) integrated with Primary Care Individual Counseling Drug and Alcohol Dependency (Non...

Orthopedics Physician. Job in Lancaster Gr8Jobs

  • Lancaster, CA (17 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Lancaster, CA (17 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 18 days ago

Great opportunity for a Full-time Ortho Surgeon Physician in the Los Angeles County of California BC/BE Ortho Surgeon Schedule: M-F, 8am-5pm - more details discussed with client Some Trauma Call...

Chiropractor Duarte CA (25 miles NE of LA)

  • Duarte, CA (24 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Duarte, CA (24 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 18 days ago

Job IDSpecialtyGeographic LocationCityStateRecruiter 2521511ChiropractorDuarteCAHCRC Staffing Company Name: HCRC Staffing Recruiter Name: Brian Torchin Contact Phone: ... Job Title: Chiropractor...

Utilization Management Physician Advisor Part-Time

  • Burbank, CA (24 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 22 days ago
  • Burbank, CA (24 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 22 days ago

Qualifications/Experience Four (4) years in the health care setting and in a managed care environment with Hospitalist experience preferred....

Physician / Family Practice / California / Locum or Permanent / Family Medicine Opportunity in Lanca. Job in Lancaster Gr8Jobs

  • Lancaster, CA (17 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Lancaster, CA (17 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 24 days ago

Hasoperational responsibility on primary care team. Position reports to physician team leaderresponsible for primary care teams....

Hasoperational responsibility on primary care team. Position reports to physician team leaderresponsible for primary care teams....

Demographic Data for Palmdale, CA

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Salary for General Practitioner Jobs in Palmdale, CA

This is the average annual salary for General Practitioner jobs in Palmdale, CA as reported by the BLS.

$237,290


Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for General Practitioner positions.



Highest Education Level

General Practitioners in Palmdale, CA offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
56.5%
Master's Degree
17.6%
Bachelor's Degree
15.5%
High School or GED
3.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.3%
Associate's Degree
2.7%
Some High School
0.3%
Some College
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by General Practitioners in Palmdale, CA
2-4 years
69.9%
None
17.3%
4-6 years
8.8%
1-2 years
3.1%
Less than 1 year
0.9%



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