General Practitioner Jobs in Altoona, PA

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

  • Altoona, PA
  • 21 days ago
  • Altoona, PA
  • 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...

Pathology Physician

  • Altoona, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Altoona, PA
  • 1 day ago

TheDepartment of Pathology is recruiting 2 community Pathologists for their hospital in Altoona, PA. Fellowship training in Cytopathology preferred, but not required. Must be AP/CP ABMS Board...

Hospitalist Job in Altoona, Pennsylvania

  • Altoona, PA
  • 6 days ago
  • Altoona, PA
  • 6 days ago

Board certified or board eligible internal medicine or family medicine physicians seeking a stable, yet dynamic hospital medicine career opportunity are invited to apply....

Practice as a Pediatric Hospitalist

  • Altoona, PA
  • 15 days ago
  • Altoona, PA
  • 15 days ago

The Health System's medical staff is comprised of approximately 400 primary care physicians and specialists....

Primary Care Physician Needed in State College, Pennsylvania JOB-3024664

  • Tyrone, PA (12 miles from Altoona, PA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Tyrone, PA (12 miles from Altoona, PA)
  • 15 days ago

Primary Care Physician Needed in State College, Pennsylvania JOB-3024664 CompHealth Facebook Details Posted: 25-Feb-25 Location: Tyrone, Pennsylvania Type: Full Time Categories: Physicians/Surgeons...

Primary Care Physician Needed in State College, Pennsylvania

  • Tyrone, PA (12 miles from Altoona, PA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Tyrone, PA (12 miles from Altoona, PA)
  • 18 days ago

Tyrone is a borough in Blair County, PA on the Little Juniata River with a rich history, affordable housing, excellent schools, and friendly, caring community. Your specialty-specific CompHealth...

Daylight hospitalist - $50k sign-on/flex schedule!

  • Altoona, PA
  • 28 days ago
  • Altoona, PA
  • 28 days ago

Opportunity Highlights Collegial team of 23 physicians and 14 Advanced Practice Providers Work 7 days on, 7 days off Rotating early and late days Nights covered by nocturnists Census averages 1618...

The Health System's medical staff is comprised of approximately 400 primary care physicians and specialists....

Physician-Hematology and Oncology

  • Altoona, PA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Altoona, PA
  • 30+ days ago

Altoona Regional Health Services (ARHS) employs over 150 physicians and 75 advance practice providers in nearly all specialties and primary care....

Physician-Family Medicine

  • Altoona, PA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Altoona, PA
  • 30+ days ago

UPMC Altoona and UPMC Bedford are currently looking for innovative, quality-driven, Primary Care Physicians to join our team....

Physician - Administration-Anesthesiology

  • Roaring Spring, PA (15 miles from Altoona, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Roaring Spring, PA (15 miles from Altoona, PA)
  • 30+ days ago

An exceptional leadership opportunity awaits a dynamic anesthesiologist to assume the role of facility medical director (FMD), leading an esteemed anesthesia practice at Conemaugh Nason Medical...

Physician-Pediatrics - Hospitalist

  • Altoona, PA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Altoona, PA
  • 30+ days ago

The Health Systems medical staff is comprised of approximately 400 primary care physicians and specialists....

Physician-Pathology

  • Altoona, PA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Altoona, PA
  • 30+ days ago

The University of Pittsburgh Physicians Department of Pathology is recruiting 2 community Pathologists for their hospital in Altoona, PA. Fellowship training in Cytopathology preferred, but not...

Physician-Hospitalist

  • Altoona, PA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Altoona, PA
  • 30+ days ago

Opportunity Highlights Collegial team of 23 physicians and 14 Advanced Practice Providers Work 7 days on, 7 days off Rotating early and late days Nights covered by nocturnists Census averages...

Physician-Radiation Oncology

  • Altoona, PA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Altoona, PA
  • 30+ days ago

Join a growing program in the world renowned UPMC Hillman Cancer Center! UPMC Hillman Cancer Center - Altoona: The UPMC Hillman Cancer Center endeavors to provide world class, technologically...

Demographic Data for Altoona, PA

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Salary for General Practitioner Jobs in Altoona, PA

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

$230,100


Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

General Practitioners in Altoona, PA 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 Altoona, PA
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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