General Practitioner Jobs in Lafayette, 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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Physician

  • Lafayette, LA
  • 21 days ago
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 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...

Physician / Geriatrics / Louisiana / Permanent / Internist, Family Practice, or Geriatric Medicine P. Job in Opelousas Gr8Jobs

  • Opelousas, LA (21 miles from Lafayette, LA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Opelousas, LA (21 miles from Lafayette, LA)
  • 1 day ago

Whether you are searching for a position in your area or in another state, we have professionals to help you achieve your goals through our relationships with facilities nationwide - in rural...

Physician (Primary Care)

  • Lafayette, LA
  • 5 days ago
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 5 days ago

Summary This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and...

Physician - Family/Internal Medicine

  • Crowley, LA (24 miles from Lafayette, LA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Crowley, LA (24 miles from Lafayette, LA)
  • 6 days ago

Ochsner Health is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible Family Medicine/Internal Medicine Physician in Crowley, Louisiana at Ochsner Lafayette General....

Physician - Internal/Family Medicine

  • Youngsville, LA (11 miles from Lafayette, LA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Youngsville, LA (11 miles from Lafayette, LA)
  • 6 days ago

Ochsner Health is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible Family Medicine/Internal Medicine Physician near Youngsville, Louisiana at Ochsner Lafayette General Outpatient Clinic....

Physician

  • Lafayette, LA
  • 6 days ago
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 6 days ago

Ochsner Health is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible Family Medicine/Internal Medicine Physician in Lafayette, Louisiana at Ochsner University Hospital and Clinics....

Physician (Primary Care)

  • Lafayette, LA
  • 7 days ago
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 7 days ago

This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit...

Obstetrics Hospitalist Physician

  • Lafayette, LA
  • 11 days ago
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 11 days ago

Locums Job ID 174887 OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGY - LABORIST Obstetrics Hospitalist Physician JOB DETAILS This facility is seeking an Obstetrics Hospitalist for locum tenens support as they look to fill...

Family Medicine or Internal Medicine Physician Locums Job in Louisiana One of our premier partners is seeking a provider for locums coverage as soon as possible and will accept either an Internal Medicine...

We have numerous opportunities for an experienced OB Hospitalist with highly competitive pay rates in Lafayette, LA....

Physician

  • Lafayette, LA
  • 24 days ago
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 24 days ago

Medicine specialty Board Certification in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine or Geriatric Medicine This role is considered patient facing and is part of Humana/Senior Bridge's Tuberculosis (TB) screening...

Physician-Hematology and Oncology

  • Opelousas, LA (21 miles from Lafayette, LA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Opelousas, LA (21 miles from Lafayette, LA)
  • 30+ days ago

Hematologist Oncologist Opportunity Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center Opelousas, LA About the Practice and their Mission: Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center is seeking an experienced BC/BE Hematologist...

Primary Care Physician Opportunity- Lafayette, LA

  • Lafayette, LA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 30+ days ago

The Alexandria VA Medical Center is seeking two full-time, BC/BE, Primary Care Physicians to serve as a member of its Patient Aligned Care Team (PACT) Team in Pineville or Lafayette, LA....

Physician-Hospitalist

  • Breaux Bridge, LA (10 miles from Lafayette, LA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Breaux Bridge, LA (10 miles from Lafayette, LA)
  • 30+ days ago

SCP Health is a physician-led team of clinical and operational experts, collectively passionate about revitalizing health care. We craft and utilize proven models of care, proprietary technology,...

Physician-Hospitalist

  • Lafayette, LA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 30+ days ago

We are looking for a BC/BE Hospitalist to join our growing hospitalist team - looking for both daytime docs, as well as nocturnists!...

Demographic Data for Lafayette, LA

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Salary for General Practitioner Jobs in Lafayette, LA

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

$265,210


Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

General Practitioners in Lafayette, LA 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 Lafayette, 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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