General Practitioner Jobs in Decatur, IL

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

  • Mount Pulaski, IL (20 miles from Decatur, IL)
  • 21 days ago
  • Mount Pulaski, IL (20 miles from Decatur, IL)
  • 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...

Family Practice - Without OB Physician

  • Decatur, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Decatur, IL
  • 3 days ago

Desired qualifications include an interest in full spectrum family medicine and an interest in academic family medicine....

Physician/Psychiatry/Illinois/Locum Tenens/Flexible IL

  • Decatur, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Decatur, IL
  • 4 days ago

Annashae is seeking a Psychiatrist to provide services at a medical center in Springfield, IL. Responsibilities will include providing monthly progress notes on patients and describing changes in...

Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Associate Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility in Southern

  • Clinton, IL (22 miles from Decatur, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Clinton, IL (22 miles from Decatur, IL)
  • 4 days ago

About the facility A level two trauma facility with 175 beds is seeking a cardiothoracic surgery physician associate for locum tenens coverage. About the facility location Southern Illinois is...

Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Associate Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility in South...

  • Clinton, IL (22 miles from Decatur, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Clinton, IL (22 miles from Decatur, IL)
  • 6 days ago

About the facility A level two trauma facility with 175 beds is seeking a cardiothoracic surgery physician associate for locum tenens coverage. About the facility location Southern Illinois is...

Hospitalist Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility in Southwestern Illinois

  • Clinton, IL (22 miles from Decatur, IL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Clinton, IL (22 miles from Decatur, IL)
  • 14 days ago

About the clinician's workday An adult hospitalist is needed for one 7-day block per month, working 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM....

Physician-Occupational Medicine

  • Decatur, IL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Decatur, IL
  • 30+ days ago

HSHS Medical Group is recruiting a BE/BC Occupational Medicine Physician to join our occupational health team at the Caterpillar Plant in Decatur, Illinois. Enjoy suburban living with easy access...

Physician-Med-Peds

  • Decatur, IL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Decatur, IL
  • 30+ days ago

Join an established outpatient Internal Medicine/Family Medicine practice that can absorb a patient panel for immediate ramp-up....

Physician-Family Medicine

  • Decatur, IL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Decatur, IL
  • 30+ days ago

Join an established outpatient Family Medicine practice that can absorb a patient panel for immediate ramp-up....

Physician-Family Medicine

  • Decatur, IL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Decatur, IL
  • 30+ days ago

Physician Primary Care HSHS Medical Group - Decatir, Illinois HSHS Medical Group is recruiting a BC/BE Primary Care Physician (FM and IM will both be considered) for our Multispecialty Care Clinic in...

Illinois GI-Hospitalist - Block Schedule & $150K Sign-On Bonus

  • Decatur, IL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Decatur, IL
  • 30+ days ago

Memorial Health has a robust Gastroenterology program in high demand and is currently interviewing motivated, dynamic GI-Hospitalists to complement its existing inpatient provider....

Demographic Data for Decatur, IL

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Salary for General Practitioner Jobs in Decatur, IL

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

$167,480


Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for General Practitioner positions.



Highest Education Level

General Practitioners in Decatur, IL 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 Decatur, IL
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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