General Practitioner Jobs in Muscatine, IA

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

  • Aledo, IL (20 miles from Muscatine, IA)
  • 22 days ago
  • Aledo, IL (20 miles from Muscatine, IA)
  • 22 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

  • Illinois City, IL (5 miles from Muscatine, IA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Illinois City, IL (5 miles from Muscatine, IA)
  • 11 hours ago

Provider will see ages 18+ for primary care, acute care, and family medicine. Clinic is staffed by a MA, Health Center Manager, RN, Physical Therapist, and Phycologist....

Other Physician

  • Illinois City, IL (5 miles from Muscatine, IA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Illinois City, IL (5 miles from Muscatine, IA)
  • 1 day ago

About Us NeuroSync is on a mission to provide objective neurological measurements that enable medical professionals to assess, address, and improve brain health. With over 30 peer-reviewed...

Orthopedics - Adult Reconstructive Physician

  • Illinois City, IL (5 miles from Muscatine, IA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Illinois City, IL (5 miles from Muscatine, IA)
  • 2 days ago

Division is comprised of 3 fellowship trained Ortho Trauma surgeons, 4 fellowship-trained Hand Surgeons, 3 fellowship trained Orthopaedic Sports Medicine surgeons, a general Orthopaedic Surgeon, 3 Primary...

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Physician

  • Illinois City, IL (5 miles from Muscatine, IA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Illinois City, IL (5 miles from Muscatine, IA)
  • 3 days ago

insurance with tail Practice Highlights/Qualifications: Board certified/board eligible Build Practice and collaborate with Cancer program and Sleep Surgery program Established 24-hour coverage with Neuro-hospitalist...

Surgery - Thoracic Physician

  • Illinois City, IL (5 miles from Muscatine, IA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Illinois City, IL (5 miles from Muscatine, IA)
  • 3 days ago

All Star Healthcare Solutions is contracted with a Level II Trauma facility in Illinois seeking a Cardiothoracic Surgeon for weekend Locum Tenens coverage starting in February Board Eligible/Board...

Cardiology - Noninterventional Physician

  • Illinois City, IL (5 miles from Muscatine, IA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Illinois City, IL (5 miles from Muscatine, IA)
  • 3 days ago

Physician - Interventional (Non-Structural) Cardiologist - Prairie Cardiovascular Consultants - Springfield, ILPrairie Cardiovascular Consultants is recruiting a BC/BE Interventional...

Family Practice - Without OB Physician

  • Illinois City, IL (5 miles from Muscatine, IA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Illinois City, IL (5 miles from Muscatine, IA)
  • 4 days ago

Location : Western Illinois (15 mins from Moline, IL ) Specialty : Family Medicine/Internal Medicine/Urgent Care/Primary Care Requirements : Active IL license, Active DEA, Active CSR, Board Certified...

Radiology - Interventional Physician

  • Illinois City, IL (5 miles from Muscatine, IA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Illinois City, IL (5 miles from Muscatine, IA)
  • 4 days ago

Interventional Radiologist needed in Normal, Illinois! Details below. Please email CV to if interested. Location/Worksite Normal, IL 61761 Applicable Burdens and/or VMS fees 1099 Specialty...

Psychiatric - Mental Health Physician

  • Illinois City, IL (5 miles from Muscatine, IA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Illinois City, IL (5 miles from Muscatine, IA)
  • 4 days ago

Details: Shift: 8a to 4p Subject: Hiring for Physician Psychiatrist (PRN) $1440/day Position Type: 1099 Locums Tenens Position: Psychiatrist Locations: IL, ID, SD, CT, LA, OK, ND, WV, MN, MS, WY,...

Family Practice - Without OB Physician

  • Illinois City, IL (5 miles from Muscatine, IA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Illinois City, IL (5 miles from Muscatine, IA)
  • 4 days ago

Thank you, Illinois Locums Tenens - Internal Medicine and Family Medicine Needed Locums or Perm- Enjoy Illinois in the Summer!...

Family Practice - Without OB Physician

  • Illinois City, IL (5 miles from Muscatine, IA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Illinois City, IL (5 miles from Muscatine, IA)
  • 5 days ago

You will not be their primary care provider. Schedule and Frequency: Veterans are only scheduled when you are available. You will coordinate your schedule with a Scheduler....

Physician/Psychiatry/Illinois/Locum or Permanent/Leadership

  • Illinois City, IL (5 miles from Muscatine, IA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Illinois City, IL (5 miles from Muscatine, IA)
  • 5 days ago

Annashae is seeking a Medical Director to lead a team at an Inpatient Mental Health facility near St. Louis, MO in Illinois. The facility is seeking Monday-Friday coverage for about 37.5 hours per...

Physician/Wound Care/Illinois/Locum tenens/Physician - Wound

  • Illinois City, IL (5 miles from Muscatine, IA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Illinois City, IL (5 miles from Muscatine, IA)
  • 6 days ago

Travel to Illinois for your next locum tenens assignment! Our client is looking for a physician specializing in wound care to begin coverage immediately. Hours include 8 hour shifts from Mondays -...

Physician/Family Practice with OB/Illinois/Permanent/Family

  • Illinois City, IL (5 miles from Muscatine, IA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Illinois City, IL (5 miles from Muscatine, IA)
  • 7 days ago

LOUIS Family Medicine + OB Faculty Position The 2.8 million populated St. Louis Metro market!...

Demographic Data for Muscatine, IA

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Salary for General Practitioner Jobs in Muscatine, IA

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

$274,300


Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for General Practitioner positions.



Highest Education Level

General Practitioners in Muscatine, IA 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 Muscatine, IA
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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