Settling in France as a doctor offers many opportunities, both professionally and financially. However, salaries can vary significantly based on several factors such as professional status, medical specialty, and region of practice. This article explores the average salaries of doctors in 2024, detailing variations according to status and regions, and explains how Euromotion Medical can help you find the best salary opportunities.
Average Salaries of Doctors in France in 2024
Hospital Status
In the public sector, doctors' salaries are standardized nationwide, regardless of the geographical area. In 2024, the minimum salary for a hospital doctor is often around 4,000 euros net per month.- General Practitioner: At the beginning of their career, a general practitioner in a public hospital can expect a net monthly salary of around 4,000 to 4,500 euros. With experience and career advancement, this salary can reach 6,000 to 7,000 euros net per month.
- Specialist Doctor: Specialist doctors in the public sector can earn higher salaries, depending on their specialty and seniority. At the start of their career, a specialist can earn around 4,500 to 5,000 euros net per month, which can increase to 8,000 euros net per month or more with experience.
Liberal Status
Doctors practicing privately have incomes that vary based on several factors, including the density of medical demographics and local demand for care. Generally, the incomes of private doctors are higher in medium or small cities, where competition is less intense compared to large metropolitan areas.
- General Practitioner: A self-employed general practitioner can earn between 6,000 and 10,000 euros net per month, depending on the region and patient base. In areas with low medical density, these earnings can be even higher.
- Specialist doctor: Private practice specialist doctors, such as cardiologists, dermatologists, or surgeons, can earn significantly higher incomes, often ranging between 10,000 and 20,000 euros net per month, and even more in certain specialties and regions.
Regional Variations in Salaries
Major Cities
In major cities like Paris, Lyon, and Marseille, the salaries of hospital doctors remain standardized, but the cost of living is higher. For private practice doctors, the high density of healthcare professionals can limit earnings, even though the demand for care is significant.
Medium and Small Cities
Medium-sized and small cities often provide better salary opportunities for private practice physicians. Due to less competition and high demand for medical care, incomes are generally higher. Additionally, the cost of living is often lower, thereby increasing physicians' purchasing power.Rural Areas
Rural areas, although sometimes seen as less attractive, can offer very competitive salaries for doctors, especially those in private practice. Financial incentives and subsidies to attract healthcare professionals to these regions also help increase potential earnings.
How Euromotion Medical Can Help You
Euromotion Medical specializes in the recruitment and support of European doctors wishing to settle in France. Here is how we can help you find the best salary opportunities:
- Personalized Opportunity Analysis: We conduct an in-depth analysis of your skills, professional aspirations, and personal preferences to offer you the best opportunities in terms of salaries and working conditions.
- Extensive Network of Establishments: Thanks to our vast network of partnerships with hospitals, clinics, and medical practices across France, we can connect you with employers offering the best salary conditions.
- Support with administrative procedures: We assist you with all necessary administrative steps for your settlement in France, including the recognition of your qualifications, visa procedures, and housing search.
- Negotiation of working conditions: We assist you in negotiating your working conditions and salary to ensure you get the best possible offer.