Geriatrician Jobs in Louisiana

A Geriatrician is a medical doctor who specializes in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of diseases and disabilities in older adults. They play a critical role in the medical field, providing comprehensive health care for people as they age, and advocating for their needs. Geriatricians manage multiple disease conditions, work with various healthcare professionals, and coordinate care of their patients. They are often involved in research and policy development related to geriatric health care. They provide preventive care, treating conditions like heart disease, arthritis, and Alzheimer's, and offering advice on diet and exercise to promote healthy aging.

To become a Geriatrician, a physician must first complete a residency in Internal Medicine or Family Practice, followed by a fellowship in Geriatric Medicine. They should have strong skills in communication, empathy, patience and problem-solving. An important certification they should have includes a board certification in Geriatric Medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine or the American Board of Family Practice. Roles a person may have before becoming a Geriatrician include being an Internist, Family Practitioner or a General Practitioner, all of which involve managing a broad range of health conditions and coordinating care among different specialists.

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Psychiatry - Geriatrics Physician. Job in Lake Charles Gr8Jobs

  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 19 days ago
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 19 days ago

Key Responsibilities: Inpatient and Outpatient Care: Provide psychiatric care in both inpatient and outpatient settings, working closely with primary care physicians to ensure comprehensive care....

Internal Medicine - Geriatrics Physician. Job in New Orleans Gr8Jobs

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 24 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 24 days ago

ChenMed invites BC/BE Primary Care Physicians for consideration in New Orleans Louisiana....

Geriatric Physician

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 24 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 24 days ago

LICENSES, REGISTRATION AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Board certified or Board eligible in Family Practice or Internal Medicine, with a specialization in geriatrics....

Demographic Data for Louisiana

Moving to Louisiana? Find some basic demographic data about Louisiana below.

Local
National
4,657,278
106,764

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Salary for Geriatrician Jobs in Louisiana

This is the average annual salary for Geriatrician jobs in Louisiana as reported by the BLS.

$265,210

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Geriatrician positions.

Highest Education Level

Geriatricians in Louisiana offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
61.1%
Bachelor's Degree
15.4%
Master's Degree
14.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.7%
High School or GED
2.7%
Associate's Degree
1.3%
Some College
0.7%
Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Geriatricians in Louisiana
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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