General Practitioner Jobs in Las Cruces, NM

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

  • Las Cruces, NM
  • 22 days ago
  • Las Cruces, NM
  • 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...

Though your CompHealth recruiter will be your single point of contact, they're backed by dozens of specialized teams, giving them the ability to focus on the details that matter to you. That means...

Family Practice - Without OB Physician

  • Las Cruces, NM
  • 1 day ago
  • Las Cruces, NM
  • 1 day ago

Big Texas non-profit Health System seeks a Family Medicine Physician to work near Las Cruces, NM (in Alamogordo, NM)!...

Pediatric Hospitalist

  • Las Cruces, NM
  • 2 days ago
  • Las Cruces, NM
  • 2 days ago

Specialty : Pediatric Hospitalist Hospital Location : Roswell, NM Dates : December 27 @ 7am -December 29 @ 7am Certified : Boarded or Truly Board Eligible Duties : Pediatric On Call for OB/Peds, ER...

Physician/Pathology/New Mexico/Locum tenens

  • Las Cruces, NM
  • 4 days ago
  • Las Cruces, NM
  • 4 days ago

Locums/Pathology/Job/New Mexico Position Highlights: Scheduled Clinical Hours + Call We need Locums with a NM license immediately and the possibility of a permanent position is also available....

ABMS/AOA Board Certification or Board Eligible with certification in process required. Your DIEP expertise and training in all aspects of reconstructive plastic surgery are needed just 40 minutes...

Chiropractor - Las Cruces, NM

  • Las Cruces, NM
  • 9 days ago
  • Las Cruces, NM
  • 9 days ago

Chiropractor Las Cruces, NM We are looking for a motivated Chiropractor to join our practice in Las Cruces, NM. We are flexible in our need and will consider a Chiropractor looking for either part...

The Internal Medicine physician will receive an annual salary with a relocation bonus and CME time. Employee, Outpatient only. Annual Salary. Loan Forgiveness possible....

Memorial Cancer Center in Las Cruces, New Mexico is growing their Cancer Program with the addition of another Hematologist/Oncologist. This program, covering a full range of Hematology and...

Chiropractor (Internal to El Paso VA Employees Only)

  • Las Cruces, NM
  • 28 days ago
  • Las Cruces, NM
  • 28 days ago

Chiropractor (Internal to El Paso VA Employees Only) Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administrion El Paso VA Health Care System Summary This announcement is an "Open Continuous"...

Podiatrist (Internal to El Paso VA Employees Only)

  • Las Cruces, NM
  • 29 days ago
  • Las Cruces, NM
  • 29 days ago

Podirist (Internal to El Paso VA Employees Only) Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administrion El Paso VA Health Care System Summary This position is eligible for the Educion Debt...

Physician-Cardio-Thoracic Surgery

  • Las Cruces, NM
  • 30+ days ago
  • Las Cruces, NM
  • 30+ days ago

MountainView Regional Medical Center is seeking a BE/BC Cardiothoracic Surgeon to join our esteemed, hospital-employed multi-specialty group. This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated...

Physician-Family Medicine

  • Las Cruces, NM
  • 30+ days ago
  • Las Cruces, NM
  • 30+ days ago

Mountain View Regional Medical Center, a leading healthcare provider in Las Cruces, New Mexico, is seeking a dynamic and dedicated board-certified Internal Medicine Physician to join our Internal Medicine...

Physician - Academics-Family Medicine

  • Las Cruces, NM
  • 30+ days ago
  • Las Cruces, NM
  • 30+ days ago

Provide oversight of outpatient primary care, office procedures, precepting, didactic teaching, and resident mentoring....

Physician-Hematology and Oncology

  • Las Cruces, NM
  • 30+ days ago
  • Las Cruces, NM
  • 30+ days ago

Focus on What You Do Best: Enjoy a consultation-focused practice while admissions and discharges are expertly handled by primary care and hospitalist teams....

Demographic Data for Las Cruces, NM

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Salary for General Practitioner Jobs in Las Cruces, NM

This is the average annual salary for General Practitioner jobs in Las Cruces, NM as reported by the BLS.

$215,870


Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

General Practitioners in Las Cruces, NM 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 Las Cruces, NM
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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