General Practitioner Jobs in Elkhart, IN

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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Perm - Physician - Family Medicine Bourbon, IN

  • Granger, IN (7 miles from Elkhart, IN)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Granger, IN (7 miles from Elkhart, IN)
  • 12 hours ago

Medicine or Internal Medicine Physician to join a growing practice located in Bourbon, Indiana.Job Description:Schedule is Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., or until all patients are seen.Call...

Perm - Physician - Maternal Fetal Medicine South Bend, IN

  • South Bend, IN (14 miles from Elkhart, IN)
  • 12 hours ago
  • South Bend, IN (14 miles from Elkhart, IN)
  • 12 hours ago

Practice Residency program is actively involved with MFM care....

Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Opportunity

  • Mishawaka, IN (10 miles from Elkhart, IN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Mishawaka, IN (10 miles from Elkhart, IN)
  • 2 days ago

Saint Joseph Medical Group has an excellent full-time employment opportunity for a Board Certified or Board Eligible Cardiothoracic Surgery physician to join a growing practice located in...

Physician / Family Practice / Indiana / Locum or Permanent / Primary Care Opportunity in South Bend,. Job in Indiana Gr8Jobs

  • South Bend, IN (14 miles from Elkhart, IN)
  • 5 days ago
  • South Bend, IN (14 miles from Elkhart, IN)
  • 5 days ago

Role: Compensation: $240k-$270k plus 10% of base salary bonus potential Location: South Bend, IN Need: 1 primary care physician Full range of Family Practice Can take care of patients without copays...

Part-time Pediatric Hospitalist for Indiana, Near Chicago

  • South Bend, IN (14 miles from Elkhart, IN)
  • 6 days ago
  • South Bend, IN (14 miles from Elkhart, IN)
  • 6 days ago

Seeking a part-time pediatric hospitalist to join an established team Schedule is comprised of in-house 12-hour, 10-hour, and 6-hour shifts No NICU, nursery, or delivery coverage Excellent pediatric...

Physician / Family Practice / Indiana / Permanent / Exceptional quality of life and earnings for Fam. Job in South Bend Gr8Jobs

  • South Bend, IN (14 miles from Elkhart, IN)
  • 6 days ago
  • South Bend, IN (14 miles from Elkhart, IN)
  • 6 days ago

Family Medicine physician needed due to growth and demand with expanding multi-specialty group. Join eight other Family Medicine physicians....

Hospitalist Job at Beacon Health System in South Bend, IN

  • South Bend, IN (14 miles from Elkhart, IN)
  • 6 days ago
  • South Bend, IN (14 miles from Elkhart, IN)
  • 6 days ago

Affiliation with Indiana University School of Medicine in South Bend and Memorial Hospital Family Medicine Residency allows for teaching of residents, medical students and supervision of post-graduate...

Physicians M.D./D.O.

  • Elkhart, IN
  • 8 days ago
  • Elkhart, IN
  • 8 days ago

Medicine Ob/Gyn Pediatrics Primary Care Urgent Care Schedule: Day shift Monday to Friday...

Primary Care Physician - Elkhart, Indiana

  • Elkhart, IN
  • 12 days ago
  • Elkhart, IN
  • 12 days ago

Our 43 provider multispecialty group in Elkhart, IN that has had the honor of servicing our community for 70 years, is recruiting for an additional BC/BE family medicine or internal medicine physician...

Job Details: Salary: Competitive Student Loan Assistance Relocation Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision Benefits: Malpractice with Tail Insurance PTO: 27 days, 7 holidays; CME: 5 days and $3000...

Physician / Family Practice / Indiana / Permanent / Family Practice Program Director Job Near South . Job in South Bend Gr8Jobs

  • South Bend, IN (14 miles from Elkhart, IN)
  • 14 days ago
  • South Bend, IN (14 miles from Elkhart, IN)
  • 14 days ago

Join a successful FQHC & work w/family medicine residents. Clinic offers primary care, dental, vision, mental health, podiatry & pharmacy....

Physician - Saint Joseph Surgical Services (Otolaryngology) - Full-Time

  • Mishawaka, IN (10 miles from Elkhart, IN)
  • 14 days ago
  • Mishawaka, IN (10 miles from Elkhart, IN)
  • 14 days ago

The selected candidate will enjoy instant referral volume coming from our large primary care network of physicians and advanced practice providers....

Graduate Medical Education Faculty_Physician Full time

  • Mishawaka, IN (10 miles from Elkhart, IN)
  • 14 days ago
  • Mishawaka, IN (10 miles from Elkhart, IN)
  • 14 days ago

This is an exciting opportunity for the right Family Medicine physician to be part of a growing practice....

Physician_Riverpark Family Medicine (Full-time)

  • South Bend, IN (14 miles from Elkhart, IN)
  • 14 days ago
  • South Bend, IN (14 miles from Elkhart, IN)
  • 14 days ago

The Medical Group includes over 20 practice sites with over 100 primary care and specialist physicians in St. Joseph, Marshall, and Elkhart Counties....

Physician (MD / DO) Gary, IN $275,000 (or more) annual earning potential + $35k Transformation Bonus

  • South Bend, IN (14 miles from Elkhart, IN)
  • 26 days ago
  • South Bend, IN (14 miles from Elkhart, IN)
  • 26 days ago

Overview HarmonyCares is one of the nation's largest home-based primary care practices....

Demographic Data for Elkhart, IN

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Salary for General Practitioner Jobs in Elkhart, IN

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

$252,090


Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

General Practitioners in Elkhart, IN offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
56.4%
Master's Degree
17.7%
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 Elkhart, IN
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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