General Practitioner Jobs in Fitchburg, MA

A General Practitioner (GP) is a vital professional in the Physician industry. They are usually the first point of contact for most patients seeking healthcare services and provide comprehensive, continued and community-based medical care to individuals. GPs diagnose and treat various health conditions, illnesses, and injuries, refer patients to specialists when needed, and perform minor surgeries. They also play a significant role in health education and disease prevention initiatives by advising patients on diet, exercise, and other healthy habits.

To become a General Practitioner, one needs to possess several important skills and certifications. They typically hold a Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree, followed by a residency in family medicine or general practice. They also need to be board-certified by bodies like the American Board of Family Medicine. Key skills include excellent patient communication, problem-solving, decision-making, and compassion. They must be well-versed in medical laws and ethics, and be adept at using various medical equipment and technology. Prior roles that a person may have before becoming a GP include being a Medical Intern, Resident Physician, and Associate Physician.

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Physician/Family Practice/Massachusetts/Locum or Permanent

  • Westminster, MA (9 miles from Fitchburg, MA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Westminster, MA (9 miles from Fitchburg, MA)
  • 3 hours ago

Family Medicine Job near Westminster, MA A well-established facility is in need of a medical director who is BC in family medicine with timely recertification....

Locum Tenens - Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician

  • Shrewsbury, MA (20 miles from Fitchburg, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Shrewsbury, MA (20 miles from Fitchburg, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Locum Tenens - Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Location: Massachusetts State Position Overview: Our team at Vitaly Health is looking for a Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician to join our Medical...

Primary Care Physician, Im - Sterling, MA

  • Sterling, MA (10 miles from Fitchburg, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Sterling, MA (10 miles from Fitchburg, MA)
  • 3 days ago

UMass Memorial Medical Group is seeking a board certified/board eligible Primary Care Physician for a well-established outpatient practice in Sterling, MA....

Physician Surgery NPP PRN Rotating

  • Marlborough, MA (20 miles from Fitchburg, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Marlborough, MA (20 miles from Fitchburg, MA)
  • 4 days ago

Job Summary Physician is responsible for providing health care services consistent with accepted medical practices, training, accreditation standards; may have subspecialty such as hospitalist....

Hospitalist Physician - Leominster, Ma

  • Leominster, MA (4 miles from Fitchburg, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Leominster, MA (4 miles from Fitchburg, MA)
  • 5 days ago

Hospitalist - Physician - UMass Memorial Medical Group - Leominster, MA HealthAlliance-Clinton Hospital in Leominster, MA is currently seeking BC/BE Internal Medicine and Family Medicine Physicians...

Daytime Hospitalist Need For Worcester, Ma

  • Worcester, MA (22 miles from Fitchburg, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Worcester, MA (22 miles from Fitchburg, MA)
  • 5 days ago

Daytime Hospitalist Need For Worcester, Ma NEW!!...

Hospitalist - OB

  • Worcester, MA (22 miles from Fitchburg, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Worcester, MA (22 miles from Fitchburg, MA)
  • 6 days ago

KPG Healthcare is currently seeking Hospitalist - OBs to fill opportunities throughout our network of hospitals....

Physician / Family Practice / Massachusetts / Permanent / Hospital employed opportunity for a Family. Job in Worcester Gr8Jobs

  • Worcester, MA (22 miles from Fitchburg, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Worcester, MA (22 miles from Fitchburg, MA)
  • 7 days ago

Family Medicine Physician sought to join growing employed practice. Multiple locations to choose from in the Worcester area. Brand new practice with locations fully equipped and ready to go....

Hospitalist Job at UMass Memorial Medical Group in Worcester, MA

  • Worcester, MA (22 miles from Fitchburg, MA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Worcester, MA (22 miles from Fitchburg, MA)
  • 9 days ago

The successful candidate will be board-certified/eligible in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine. Consideration will be given to both experienced physicians and graduating residents/fellows....

Remote Work

Physician - $50k sign on bonus

  • Worcester, MA (22 miles from Fitchburg, MA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Worcester, MA (22 miles from Fitchburg, MA)
  • 9 days ago

Medicine, Family Medicine, Geriatrics, Hospital Medicine, or Emergency Medicine Current unrestricted license to practice medicine in the state of employment Active DEA License Proficiency with EMR...

OB Hospitalist Job in Worcester, Massachusetts

  • Worcester, MA (22 miles from Fitchburg, MA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Worcester, MA (22 miles from Fitchburg, MA)
  • 9 days ago

Well established, hospital-owned OBGYN group less than an hour from Boston is looking for a full time BC/BE OBGYN to work inpatient as the delivery attendant, ED coverage, surgical/OB assists, and...

Primary Care Physician - Milford Medical Center

  • Nashua, NH (20 miles from Fitchburg, MA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Nashua, NH (20 miles from Fitchburg, MA)
  • 10 days ago

Joseph Hospital, member of Covenant Health is currently seeking a passionate, dedicated, and caring Family Medicine/ Internal Medicine physician to join our rapidly growing primary care team in Nashua...

Physician Practice

  • Nashua, NH (20 miles from Fitchburg, MA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Nashua, NH (20 miles from Fitchburg, MA)
  • 10 days ago

Opportunity: OB/GYN Physician in Nashua, NH St. Joseph Hospital, member of Covenant Health, is currently seeking a passionate, dedicated, and caring OB/GYN physician to join our rapidly growing...

Physician / Gynecology / Massachusetts / Locum tenens / Locums OBGYN Job in Massachusetts Job. Job in Maynard Gr8Jobs

  • Maynard, MA (20 miles from Fitchburg, MA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Maynard, MA (20 miles from Fitchburg, MA)
  • 10 days ago

OBGYN Physician needed for locums opportunity in Massachusetts Coverage dates: ASAP - Ongoing EMR System: MediTech Coverage Type: Scheduled Clinic Hours + Call Practice Setting: Inpatient Schedule...

Physician / Psychiatry - Geriatric / New Hampshire / Permanent / Adult/Geriatric Psychiatrist needed. Job in Nashua Gr8Jobs

  • Nashua, NH (20 miles from Fitchburg, MA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Nashua, NH (20 miles from Fitchburg, MA)
  • 10 days ago

commencement bonus 7 on/7 off schedule Medical Directorship option Participation in GME Program affiliated with Tufts University 24/7 full-service ER Open ICU with intensivists available Dedicated hospitalist...

Demographic Data for Fitchburg, MA

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Salary for General Practitioner Jobs in Fitchburg, MA

This is the average annual salary for General Practitioner jobs in Fitchburg, MA as reported by the BLS.

$266,010


Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

General Practitioners in Fitchburg, MA offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
56.4%
Master's Degree
17.7%
Bachelor's Degree
15.5%
High School or GED
3.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.3%
Associate's Degree
2.7%
Some High School
0.3%
Some College
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by General Practitioners in Fitchburg, MA
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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