Family Medicine Physicians
SOC Code: 29-1215 Job Zone 5: Extensive Preparation Needed
Diagnose, treat, and provide preventive care to individuals and families across the lifespan. May refer patients to specialists when needed for further diagnosis or treatment.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Family Medicine Physicians. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Odessa, TX | $154,045 | $258,440 | $362,835 | $467,230 |
| Eastern Ohio nonmetropolitan area | $60,299 | $190,341 | $320,382 | $450,424 |
| Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood, IN | $127,837 | $230,256 | $332,696 | $435,115 |
| Lima, OH | $203,944 | $280,155 | $356,346 | $432,557 |
| Twin Falls, ID | $165,797 | $254,176 | $342,555 | $430,934 |
| Muncie, IN | $129,293 | $226,450 | $323,627 | $420,784 |
| Kokomo, IN | $122,158 | $217,610 | $313,040 | $408,491 |
| Northeast Nebraska nonmetropolitan area | $129,979 | $222,643 | $315,328 | $407,992 |
| Columbus, IN | $121,139 | $216,008 | $310,856 | $405,725 |
| Bloomington, IN | $120,723 | $215,176 | $309,608 | $404,061 |
H-1B Filing Data
Top H-1B Employers
| Employer | Filings | Avg Wage |
|---|---|---|
| UPMC Medical Education | 40 | $69,675 |
| Indiana University Health Care Associates, Inc. | 22 | $23,373,087 |
| Alegent Creighton Clinic | 21 | $246,382 |
| Dedicated Senior Medical Centers of Florida, LLC | 18 | $192,219 |
| OSF Multi-Specialty Group | 15 | $255,423 |
| PeaceHealth | 15 | $194,125 |
| Hudson Headwaters Health Network | 14 | $225,000 |
| BAYCARE MEDICAL GROUP | 14 | $195,429 |
| Community Medical Centers, Inc. | 13 | $263,155 |
| General Physician, P.C. | 13 | $238,846 |
Filing Trend
| Year | Filings | Avg Wage |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 119 | $208,426 |
| 2023 | 299 | $217,963 |
| 2024 | 429 | $225,584 |
| 2025 | 529 | $3,428,676 |
| 2026 | 55 | $232,336 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Critical Thinking | 4.4 | |
| Active Listening | 4.2 | |
| Reading Comprehension | 4.2 | |
| Writing | 4.1 | |
| Speaking | 4.1 | |
| Monitoring | 4.0 | |
| Complex Problem Solving | 4.0 | |
| Judgment and Decision Making | 4.0 | |
| Active Learning | 4.0 | |
| Time Management | 4.0 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Medicine and Dentistry | 5.0 |
| English Language | 4.7 |
| Therapy and Counseling | 4.6 |
| Psychology | 4.5 |
| Biology | 4.5 |
| Customer and Personal Service | 3.7 |
| Computers and Electronics | 3.4 |
| Mathematics | 3.3 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| Post-first professional | 59.1% |
| Other | 28.9% |
| Doctoral degree | 9.5% |
| Bachelor's degree | 2.2% |
Typical Tasks
- Prescribe or administer treatment, therapy, medication, vaccination, and other specialized medical care to treat or prevent illness, disease, or injury.
- Order, perform, and interpret tests and analyze records, reports, and examination information to diagnose patients' condition.
- Monitor patients' conditions and progress and reevaluate treatments as necessary.
- Collect, record, and maintain patient information, such as medical history, reports, or examination results.
- Explain procedures and discuss test results or prescribed treatments with patients.
- Advise patients and community members concerning diet, activity, hygiene, and disease prevention.
- Refer patients to medical specialists or other practitioners when necessary.
- Direct and coordinate activities of nurses, students, assistants, specialists, therapists, and other medical staff.
Technology Skills
Green = Hot Technology in demand
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