General Practitioner Jobs in West Islip, NY

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

  • Long Beach, NY (19 miles from West Islip, NY)
  • 21 days ago
  • Long Beach, NY (19 miles from West Islip, NY)
  • 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...

GI Hospitalist, Assistant/Associate Professor, Internal Medicine, Gastroenterology (155371) Stony Brook University

  • Stony Brook, NY (16 miles from West Islip, NY)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Stony Brook, NY (16 miles from West Islip, NY)
  • 1 hour ago

Board Certified in Internal Medicine, BC/BE in Gastroenterology. Experience in clinical care and teaching. Skilled in a variety of endoscopic procedures....

A Primary Care Physician Is Needed on the East End of Long Island, New York

  • Rocky Point, NY (24 miles from West Islip, NY)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Rocky Point, NY (24 miles from West Islip, NY)
  • 11 hours ago

Quick Facts: Monday through Friday; alternating Saturdays Outpatient Phone call only Competitive salary Comprehensive benefits Need is now Great location with restaurants and entertainment For...

Family Practice - With OB Physician. Job in Rockville Centre Gr8Jobs

  • Rockville Centre, NY (18 miles from West Islip, NY)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Rockville Centre, NY (18 miles from West Islip, NY)
  • 16 hours ago

Position type: Full-Time Locums or Perm placement (Facility is open to both) Location type: Outpatient, no call Hours: Monday-Friday 9am-5pm, Saturday 9am-12pm. Patient caseload: Approx. 25...

Family Practice - Without OB Physician. Job in Rockville Centre Gr8Jobs

  • Rockville Centre, NY (18 miles from West Islip, NY)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Rockville Centre, NY (18 miles from West Islip, NY)
  • 16 hours ago

Medical Search International has an opening for a Locums and/or Perm Primary Care Physician in an outpatient setting on Long Island, NY....

Academic Hospitalist, Clinical Assistant/Associate Professor, OBGYN, General

  • Stony Brook, NY (16 miles from West Islip, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Stony Brook, NY (16 miles from West Islip, NY)
  • 1 day ago

The Department's academic practice has a well-established history of excellence, and Stony Brook University Hospital is strongly committed to the hospitalist model....

Family Practice - Without OB Physician

  • Far Rockaway, NY (24 miles from West Islip, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Far Rockaway, NY (24 miles from West Islip, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Opportunity to Join a Leading Primary Care Team : Work at a dedicated medical center with extensive support from large care teams....

Physician / Psychiatry / New York / Permanent / Adult Inpatient Psychiatrist Needed in Oceanside, Ne. Job in Oceanside Gr8Jobs

  • Oceanside, NY (18 miles from West Islip, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Oceanside, NY (18 miles from West Islip, NY)
  • 1 day ago

This position is on Long Island in New York just minutes to NYC by car or train. It offers a great school system and all the amenities of an upscale community. Your CompHealth recruiter will be...

Hospitalist Job at Emergency Care Partners in West Islip, NY

  • West Islip, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • West Islip, NY
  • 2 days ago

Progressive Emergency Physicians is seeking a Physician Assistant with Emergency Medicine, Family Practice or Internal Medicine experience to join our Department of Emergency Medicine, operating the...

Physician / Psychiatry / New York / Permanent / Consultation-Liaison Psychiatrist Job. Job in Port Jefferson Gr8Jobs

  • Port Jefferson, NY (20 miles from West Islip, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Port Jefferson, NY (20 miles from West Islip, NY)
  • 3 days ago

An excellent hospital part of a larger system in Suffolk County Long Island is actively seeking a compassionate and patient-oriented Consultation-Liaison Psychiatrist for a promising opportunity...

Psychiatric - Mental Health Physician. Job in Port Jefferson Gr8Jobs

  • Port Jefferson, NY (20 miles from West Islip, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Port Jefferson, NY (20 miles from West Islip, NY)
  • 3 days ago

An excellent hospital part of a larger system in Suffolk County Long Island is actively seeking a compassionate and patient-oriented Consultation-Liaison Psychiatrist for a promising opportunity...

Primary Care Physician- Huntington, NY

  • Huntington, NY (12 miles from West Islip, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Huntington, NY (12 miles from West Islip, NY)
  • 4 days ago

Northwell Health's Family Medicine Service Line is seeking board-eligible/board-certified Family Medicine Physicians to join our team in Huntington, NY....

Community Primary Care Physician-Suffolk County

  • Garden City, NY (17 miles from West Islip, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Garden City, NY (17 miles from West Islip, NY)
  • 4 days ago

Primary Care Provider-MD/DO Parker At Your Door, a medical house calls program serving the greater New York Metro region, is seeking a Primary Care Physician (MD/DO) to provide quality primary medical...

Physician/Family Practice/New York/Permanent/Family Medicine

  • Far Rockaway, NY (24 miles from West Islip, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Far Rockaway, NY (24 miles from West Islip, NY)
  • 5 days ago

care for older adults on Medicare, with the goal of keeping patients healthy and living life to the fullest - Salary and Benefits - Above-market compensation - Base salary (without R.V.U. targets)...

Director Physician Advisor

  • Melville, NY (7 miles from West Islip, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Melville, NY (7 miles from West Islip, NY)
  • 5 days ago

., Internal Medicine, Emergency Medicine). Experience: Five years recent experience in clinical practice in a hospital strongly preferred....

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Salary for General Practitioner Jobs in West Islip, NY

This is the average annual salary for General Practitioner jobs in West Islip, NY as reported by the BLS.

$214,370


Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

General Practitioners in West Islip, NY 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 West Islip, NY
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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