General Practitioner Jobs in Shreveport, 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

  • Shreveport, LA
  • 7 days ago
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 7 days ago

The positions needed are Family Medicine and Internal Medicine. CHRISTUS Health Shreveport-Bossier is a Catholic, nonprofit system owned and operated by CHRISTUS Health, Dallas, Texas....

Physician

  • Bossier City, LA (5 miles from Shreveport, LA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Bossier City, LA (5 miles from Shreveport, 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...

East Texas hospital seeks Family or Internal Medicine physician to join an established practice....

CHRISTUS Health in Shreveport, Louisiana is seeking a BC/BE Family Medicine or Internal Medicine Physician to join our well-established team....

Cardiovascular Anesthesiologist needed in East Texas. You will join a growing and dynamic team and work alongside MDs and CRNAs. This is the area's preferred multi-specialty medical group with...

Physician/Sports Medicine/Louisiana/Locum tenens/Emergency

  • Shreveport, LA
  • 18 days ago
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 18 days ago

Requirements Emergency Medicine Physician StartDate: ASAP Available Shifts: Regular Pay Rate: $266.75 - $288.75 This facility is seeking an Emergency Medicine Physician locum tenens support as...

Physician/Hospitalist/Louisiana/Locum Tenens/OBGYN Hospitalist

  • Shreveport, LA
  • 18 days ago
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 18 days ago

Hospitalist deliver an average of 122 monthly. In-house Anesthesia team....

CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic in Shreveport, LA is seeking a Neonatologist to join our team. Work in an accredited Level lll NICU with 21-beds and a 14-bed Birth Place at CHRISTUS Highland. Benefits...

Physician-Hospitalist

  • Shreveport, LA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 30+ days ago

Job Details 214 hospital beds 7 on / 7 off block schedule; 12-hour shifts ADE is 19-20/day No more than 3 admissions/day Open ICU-Hospitalists admit to ICU, but do not continue care for patients in...

Physician - Administration-Internal Medicine

  • Shreveport, LA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 30+ days ago

Board certification in internal medicine or a subspecialty of internal medicine (highly encouraged)....

Physician

  • Shreveport, LA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 30+ days ago

Willis Knighton Health is looking for an Internal Medicine Physician to join an existing outpatient practice. This position comes with access to all the amenities of our Pierremont Hospital....

Physician-Surgical Critical Care

  • Shreveport, LA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 30+ days ago

Shreveport offers you the 'lagniappe', which means a little something extra! Shreveport-Bossier City is situated on the Red River in northwest Louisiana. Commonly known as the 'Ark-La-Tex', the...

Physician-Family Medicine

  • Shreveport, LA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 30+ days ago

Additional Requirement: Board Eligible or Board Certified in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine....

Physician - Chief, Surgical Service

  • Shreveport, LA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 30+ 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 - General Cardiology - Full Time Academic

  • Shreveport, LA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 45+ days ago

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned,...

Demographic Data for Shreveport, LA

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Salary for General Practitioner Jobs in Shreveport, LA

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

$265,210


Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for General Practitioner positions.



Highest Education Level

General Practitioners in Shreveport, 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 Shreveport, 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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