General Practitioner Jobs in Gonzales, LA

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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Primary Care Physician

  • Baton Rouge, LA (22 miles from Gonzales, LA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA (22 miles from Gonzales, LA)
  • 1 day ago

at our innovative network of neighborhood primary care centers.Our Primary Care Physicians operate at a single medical center supported by large care teams so our providers can focus on delivering...

Primary Care Physician

  • Baton Rouge, LA (21 miles from Gonzales, LA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA (21 miles from Gonzales, LA)
  • 2 days ago

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

Physician - Hematology Oncology

  • Baton Rouge, LA (21 miles from Gonzales, LA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA (21 miles from Gonzales, LA)
  • 4 days ago

Ochsner MD Anderson Cancer Center of Ochsner Health System in New Orleans, is actively recruiting additional BC/BE HEMATOLOGIST ONCOLOGISTS to join our group of 35 staff physicians as we expand...

Primary Care - Physician Opportunity - Iberville

  • Plaquemine, LA (22 miles from Gonzales, LA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Plaquemine, LA (22 miles from Gonzales, LA)
  • 5 days ago

Primary Care - Physician Opportunity - Iberville NEW!!...

Physician - Primary Care Sports Medicine

  • Baton Rouge, LA (21 miles from Gonzales, LA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA (21 miles from Gonzales, LA)
  • 11 days ago

Ochsner Health Department of Orthopedic Surgery is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible Primary Care Sports Medicine Physician to join our department of 5 orthopedists and 2 physician assistants...

Hospitalist Job at TeamHealth in Baton Rouge, LA

  • Baton Rouge, LA (21 miles from Gonzales, LA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA (21 miles from Gonzales, LA)
  • 19 days ago

Lane Regional Medical Center is seeking a hospital medicine (HM) physician to provide high-quality, inpatient care in a collaborative and supportive environment. This position offers a flexible...

Primary Care Physician

  • Baton Rouge, LA (21 miles from Gonzales, LA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA (21 miles from Gonzales, LA)
  • 30+ days ago

Graduate Internal Medicine or Family Medicine Board Certification (Or board eligible) Active, non-probationary, unrestricted State License Active DEA license US work authorization Someone who embodies...

Primary Care Physician - Baton Rouge, LA

  • Baton Rouge, LA (21 miles from Gonzales, LA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA (21 miles from Gonzales, LA)
  • 45+ days ago

Primary Care Plus is looking for well qualified Internal Medicine and Family Practice physicians to join our growing practice in BATON ROUGE, Louisiana....

Physician - Primary Care - 65 Plus

  • Baton Rouge, LA (21 miles from Gonzales, LA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA (21 miles from Gonzales, LA)
  • 60+ days ago

OCHSNER HEALTH is seeking Board Certified/Board Eligible Internal Medicine or Family Medicine physicians (Geriatrics are encouraged to apply)....

Family and General Practitioner (Notional Opportunity)

  • Baton Rouge, LA (21 miles from Gonzales, LA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA (21 miles from Gonzales, LA)
  • 90+ days ago

Qualifications: Graduate from an accredited medical school in which an MD degree was earned. 3 years of post-qualification experience as a Physician in Internal Medicine, Emergency Medicine or Family...

Physician (Baton Rouge CBOC Primary Care)

  • Baton Rouge, LA (21 miles from Gonzales, LA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA (21 miles from Gonzales, LA)
  • 90+ days ago

Preferred Experience: Must be board eligible, prefer board certification in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine. Reference: For more information on this qualification standard, please visit....

Podiatrist

  • Baton Rouge, LA (21 miles from Gonzales, LA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA (21 miles from Gonzales, LA)
  • 90+ days ago

Apply Description Aria Care Partners is seeking a mobile Podiatrist to provide general podiatry services to residents in nursing facilities. Must already possess license in current state, as well...

Demographic Data for Gonzales, LA

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Salary for General Practitioner Jobs in Gonzales, LA

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

$265,210


Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

General Practitioners in Gonzales, LA 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 Gonzales, LA
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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