Geriatrician Jobs in Virginia Beach, VA

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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You will enjoy living in Virginia Beach, a resort city with miles of beaches and hundreds of hotels and eateries along its oceanfront. It is home to several state parks, several long-protected...

Physician-Geriatric Medicine

  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 30+ days ago

ChenMed invites BC/BE Internal Medicine Physicians for consideration! Our Tidewater, VA team is growing our services to lead preventative VIP care for seniors in our community....

Physician / Family Practice / Virginia / Locum or Permanent / Geriatric Medicine Physician opportuni

  • Portsmouth, VA (21 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Portsmouth, VA (21 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 45+ days ago

Position Highlights: BC/BE Internal Medicine or Family Medicine Physician w/fellowship training in Geriatrics preferred Full-Time, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Highly qualified candidates...

Demographic Data for Virginia Beach, VA

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Salary for Geriatrician Jobs in Virginia Beach, VA

This is the average annual salary for Geriatrician jobs in Virginia Beach, VA as reported by the BLS.

$284,460


Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Geriatrician positions.



Highest Education Level

Geriatricians in Virginia Beach, VA 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 Virginia Beach, VA
2-4 years
69.9%
None
17.3%
4-6 years
8.8%
1-2 years
3.1%
Less than 1 year
0.9%