General Practitioner Jobs in The Woodlands, TX

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 Advisor for Case Management and Regulatory Compliance

  • Humble, TX (15 miles from The Woodlands, TX)
  • 5 days ago
  • Humble, TX (15 miles from The Woodlands, TX)
  • 5 days ago

care or medical specialty area is preferred Experience / Knowledge / Skills : Minimum six (6) years experience in hospital setting; Current staff privileges at one or more MHHS hospitals preferred...

Primary Care Physician

  • Houston, TX (9 miles from The Woodlands, TX)
  • 7 days ago
  • Houston, TX (9 miles from The Woodlands, TX)
  • 7 days ago

Job Types: Full-time Part-time Internship Benefits: Dental Insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Healthcare setting: Clinic Primary care specialties: Internal Medicine Pediatrics...

Physician

  • Spring, TX (7 miles from The Woodlands, TX)
  • 21 days ago
  • Spring, TX (7 miles from The Woodlands, TX)
  • 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...

Family Practice - With OB Physician. Job in Conroe Gr8Jobs

  • Conroe, TX (11 miles from The Woodlands, TX)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Conroe, TX (11 miles from The Woodlands, TX)
  • 15 hours ago

Experienced Family Medicine Faculty position in outpatient clinic....

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PRN Pathology Anatomic and Clinical Physician

  • Conroe, TX (11 miles from The Woodlands, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • Conroe, TX (11 miles from The Woodlands, TX)
  • 3 days ago

Description Specialization: Pathology Anatomic and Clinical Job Summary: HCA Healthcare Pathology Services and their Gulf Coast Division is seeking a PRN associate pathologist to provide coverage...

Physician/Family Practice/Texas/Permanent/Family Medicine Job

  • Spring, TX (7 miles from The Woodlands, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • Spring, TX (7 miles from The Woodlands, TX)
  • 3 days ago

Requirements Family Medicine StartDate: ASAP Primary Care group looking for an energetic, board-certified, or board-eligible Family medicine provider to join a well-established primary care practice...

Physician, Hospital Medicine-1

  • The Woodlands, TX
  • 4 days ago
  • The Woodlands, TX
  • 4 days ago

Provides consultation services in collaboration with attending or primary care provider....

Physician, Hospital Medicine-1 WDL

  • Oak Ridge North, TX (4 miles from The Woodlands, TX)
  • 4 days ago
  • Oak Ridge North, TX (4 miles from The Woodlands, TX)
  • 4 days ago

Provides consultation services in collaboration with attending or primary care provider....

Hospital Medicine Physician-Northeast

  • Spring, TX (7 miles from The Woodlands, TX)
  • 4 days ago
  • Spring, TX (7 miles from The Woodlands, TX)
  • 4 days ago

Provides consultation services in collaboration with attending or primary care provider....

Physician @ Summer Creek

  • Atascocita, TX (20 miles from The Woodlands, TX)
  • 4 days ago
  • Atascocita, TX (20 miles from The Woodlands, TX)
  • 4 days ago

Provides consultation services in collaboration with attending or primary care provider....

Hospitalist - Greater Houston Area

  • Atascocita, TX (20 miles from The Woodlands, TX)
  • 4 days ago
  • Atascocita, TX (20 miles from The Woodlands, TX)
  • 4 days ago

Provides consultation services in collaboration with attending or primary care provider....

Physician, Hospital Medicine-3

  • Humble, TX (15 miles from The Woodlands, TX)
  • 4 days ago
  • Humble, TX (15 miles from The Woodlands, TX)
  • 4 days ago

Provides consultation services in collaboration with attending or primary care provider....

Part-Time Physician for Patient Flow Center, Hospital Medicine

  • Humble, TX (15 miles from The Woodlands, TX)
  • 4 days ago
  • Humble, TX (15 miles from The Woodlands, TX)
  • 4 days ago

Provides consultation services in collaboration with attending or primary care provider....

Physician/Critical Care/Texas/Locum tenens/Locums

  • Conroe, TX (11 miles from The Woodlands, TX)
  • 4 days ago
  • Conroe, TX (11 miles from The Woodlands, TX)
  • 4 days ago

Immediate need for a Pulmonary-Critical Care Medicine physician to join a locum practice in TexasCoverage dates: ASAP - OngoingICU coverage from 7 am 7 pm. May receive calls from night shift from...

Demographic Data for The Woodlands, TX

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Salary for General Practitioner Jobs in The Woodlands, TX

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

General Practitioners in The Woodlands, TX 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 The Woodlands, TX
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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