Family medicine physicians play an important role in their patients’ lives and in their communities. As primary care providers, they’re often a patient’s first call when they start to feel ill. There’s a huge need for these physicians, and there are large employment numbers to match. In fact, there are over 11,000 family practice physicians employed in California’s many cities, towns, and neighborhoods.
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Family practice physicians see patients at every stage of life. They can treat children, adults, and seniors all on the same day and in the same office. Family practice physicians are primary care providers. Often, parents and their children will see the same family practice physician, allowing the physician to really get to know the entire family.
Family practice is a great career for physicians who want to build relationships with each patient. As a family practice physician, you can see your patients from childhood through adulthood. You can see patients for many years and help them manage health and any conditions they might have. You can diagnose conditions, order testing, recommend lifestyle changes, prescribe medications, and make referrals to specialists. You’ll be able to follow your patients and see how their health is progressing.
Family practice physicians generally work in medical offices, but roles are available in hospitals, outpatient care centers, and with insurance companies as well. If you’re searching for family practice jobs, you’re in the right place. UNI Physician Placement can match you with the right family practice job to advance your career. You can check out the family physician jobs we’re currently hiring for to get an idea of what’s available. When you’re ready, you can fill out our application to get started.
Frequently Asked Questions About Family Practice Physician Jobs
What is the typical family physician job description?
Family practice physicians are general practitioners who act as primary care providers for their patients. They help patients manage everyday issues and chronic conditions such as heart disease or diabetes, as well as acute issues such as sinus infections or strep throat. Family practice physicians generally see patients for years and may act as the primary care physician for multiple members of the same household.
What is the average salary for a family physician job?
According to the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), family medicine physicians earned an average annual salary of $213,27 in 2019. In California, family practice physicians earned an average annual salary of $203,320.
What is the highest paid family physician job?
Your salary as a family physician will depend on factors such as your experience and location. However, the BLS reports that family physicians who work for insurance companies, residential mental health facilities, substance abuse treatment centers, and in business management earn the highest wages.
What are the most popular cities for family physician jobs?
In California, the Los Angeles-Long Beach metro area is home to the highest concentration of family practice physician jobs in the state. Los Angeles is also one of the most popular cities for family physicians nationwide, with nearly 3,000 family physicians employed in the area. Popular cities outside of California include Chicago, New York, Phoenix, Miami, Jacksonville, Philadelphia, Washington, DC, St. Louis, and Dallas.
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