General Practitioner Jobs in Lake Charles, 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

  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 21 days ago
  • Lake Charles, 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...

Surgery - Trauma Physician

  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 19 hours ago
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 19 hours ago

We are currently hiring an Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon for a large, well-established and award-winning health system in Southwest Louisiana. Benefits of this permanent Full time position include: -...

Physician/Surgery - Thoracic/Louisiana/Locum tenens/Thoracic

  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 1 day ago

Requirements Thoracic Surgery Physician StartDate: ASAP Pay Rate: $376.36 - $407.40 This facility is seeking a Thoracic Surgery Physician for locum tenens support as they look to fill a current...

This private Primary Care group has a need to add a physician to take over a busy practice that has been in business for 30 years....

Family Practice - Without OB Physician

  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 4 days ago
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 4 days ago

Outpatient Family Medicine Thriving Louisiana Community near the Gulf Coast!...

Family Practice - Without OB Physician. Job in Lake Charles Gr8Jobs

  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 10 days ago
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 10 days ago

Seeking a BC/BE Internal Medicine or Family Medicine Physician who is intrinsically motivated to provide excellent care to older adults in Lake Charles, LA....

Orthopedics - Hand Surgery Physician. Job in Lake Charles Gr8Jobs

  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 12 days ago
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 12 days ago

Their offerings include, among others, family medicine, internal medicine, hematology/oncology, cardiology, neurosurgery, orthopedics, urology, and rheumatology....

Cardiology - Interventional Physician. Job in Lake Charles Gr8Jobs

  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 12 days ago
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 12 days ago

Their offerings include, among others, family medicine, internal medicine, hematology/oncology, cardiology, neurosurgery, orthopedics, urology, and rheumatology....

Psychiatric - Mental Health Physician. Job in Lake Charles Gr8Jobs

  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 14 days ago
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 14 days ago

Looking to hire one full time staff Psychiatrist or two part time staff Psychiatrists or even 1099 Contract; YOU CHOOSE! For all outpatient clinic in beautiful Lake Charles LA. Close to the Gulf...

Hospitalist Job in Lake Charles, Louisiana

  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 16 days ago
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 16 days ago

Family Medicine Academic Hospitalist Opening in Lake Charles, LA** Beaumont TX 1hr; Baton Rouge 2 hr Seeking a family medicine academic hospitalist for appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor...

Thoracic Surgery Physician

  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 21 days ago
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 21 days ago

Locums Job ID 175460 THORACIC SURGERY (CARDIOTHORACIC VASCULAR SURGERY) Thoracic Surgery Physician JOB DETAILS This facility is seeking a Thoracic Surgery Physician for locum tenens support as...

Come live and practice in this waterfront Louisiana city. It has mild winters, access to great outdoor activities, casinos, interesting historic areas, a low cost of living, a growing economy, and...

Physician-Hospitalist

  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 30+ days ago

Job Details Nocturnist Position Available for Summer 2025 200 bed hospital ED and ICU run codes, but hospitalists respond and take over based on comfort level Hospitalists respond to RRT on their patients...

Program Physician

  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 45+ days ago

At least 1 year of Primary Care experience. Knowledge of Medication Assisted Treatment is preferred. Drug rehabilitation training/knowledge is helpful....

Physician - OB Hospitalist

  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 90+ days ago

Ochsner Health System is seeking a board-certified/board-eligible Obstetrician Hospitalist to join its existing practice of OBGYN physicians and advanced practice providers in Lake Charles, LA....

Demographic Data for Lake Charles, LA

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Salary for General Practitioner Jobs in Lake Charles, LA

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

$265,210


Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

General Practitioners in Lake Charles, 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 Lake Charles, 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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