General Practitioner Jobs in Pottstown, PA

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

  • Haverford, PA (23 miles from Pottstown, PA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Haverford, PA (23 miles from Pottstown, PA)
  • 21 days ago

CARING FOR OUR AIRMEN Physicians in the Air Force use their expertise in a variety of ways. From planning and administering medical services to a range of patients to creating policies and...

Primary Care Physicians, Family or Internal Medicine

  • Wayne, PA (17 miles from Pottstown, PA)
  • moments ago
  • Wayne, PA (17 miles from Pottstown, PA)
  • moments ago

Requirements : Candidates must be board certified/eligible in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine. Why Penn Medicine?...

Physician / Psychiatry / Pennsylvania / Locum Tenens / Outpatient Psychiatrist Locums Job in Pennsyl. Job in Norristown Gr8Jobs

  • East Norriton, PA (17 miles from Pottstown, PA)
  • 15 hours ago
  • East Norriton, PA (17 miles from Pottstown, PA)
  • 15 hours ago

Outpatient Psychiatrist Locums Job in Pennsylvania We are looking for a psychiatrist to join a wonderful close-knit team in Pennsylvania. There will be some Medical Director responsibilities but...

Family Practice - Without OB Physician

  • Reading, PA (18 miles from Pottstown, PA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Reading, PA (18 miles from Pottstown, PA)
  • 18 hours ago

Tower Health Medical Group Family Medicine - Exeter is seeking a Full-Time Family Medicine Physician to join their team providing exceptional care in the ambulatory setting....

Attending Physician

  • King of Prussia, PA (16 miles from Pottstown, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • King of Prussia, PA (16 miles from Pottstown, PA)
  • 1 day ago

SHIFT: Any (United States of America) Seeking Breakthrough Makers Childrens Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) offers countless ways to change lives. Our diverse community of more than 20,000...

Attending Physician - Pediatric Urgent Care

  • King of Prussia, PA (16 miles from Pottstown, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • King of Prussia, PA (16 miles from Pottstown, PA)
  • 1 day ago

SHIFT: Rotating (United States of America) Seeking Breakthrough Makers Childrens Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) offers countless ways to change lives. Our diverse community of more than 20,000...

Hospitalist PSH St. Joseph Medical Center

  • Reading, PA (18 miles from Pottstown, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Reading, PA (18 miles from Pottstown, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Joseph in Berks County, Pennsylvania, is seeking an experienced Hospitalist to join their team....

Surgery - Plastic Physician. Job in Reading Gr8Jobs

  • Reading, PA (18 miles from Pottstown, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Reading, PA (18 miles from Pottstown, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Board Certified or Board EligiblePlastic and Reconstructive Surgeon - Join a busy collaborative surgery practice -Support the hospital's Independent Tract Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery...

Physician / Geriatrics / Pennsylvania / Locum tenens / A Geriatric Medicine-im Is Needed for Locums . Job in Reading Gr8Jobs

  • Reading, PA (18 miles from Pottstown, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Reading, PA (18 miles from Pottstown, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Must have active state license BC required Weekdays, Days, No call BLS required 16 - 20 patients per day Standard adult medicine geriatric primary care setting Credentialing needed DEA needed We negotiate...

Physician / Family Practice / Pennsylvania / Permanent / Partnership Track Available Near Philadelph. Job in Reading Gr8Jobs

  • Reading, PA (18 miles from Pottstown, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Reading, PA (18 miles from Pottstown, PA)
  • 1 day ago

We are assisting a well-established, private, multi-specialty group to recruit a Family Medicine physician....

Family Practice - Without OB Physician

  • Pottstown, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Pottstown, PA
  • 2 days ago

Well Established practice administrative support Flexible schedule for a Family Practitioner! 100% outpatient No weekend office hours Competitive Salary with incentives & amazing benefits! All...

Physician / Physical Medicine and Rehab / Pennsylvania / Permanent / PM&R Inpatient Staff Opening in. Job in Reading Gr8Jobs

  • Reading, PA (18 miles from Pottstown, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Reading, PA (18 miles from Pottstown, PA)
  • 3 days ago

Looking for a full-time PM&R Inpatient Physician interested in building a practice and growing with the community.The town has the best of all worlds; four-season weather, lake access, and skiing...

Family Practice - Without OB Physician

  • Reading, PA (18 miles from Pottstown, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Reading, PA (18 miles from Pottstown, PA)
  • 3 days ago

Position: Permanent MD/DO - Family Medicine Physician Location: Reading, Pennsylvania Key Responsibilities: Provide comprehensive primary care to patients of all ages, emphasizing preventive health...

Family Practice - Without OB Physician

  • Royersford, PA (5 miles from Pottstown, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Royersford, PA (5 miles from Pottstown, PA)
  • 4 days ago

Family Medicine Physician This is a full-time; fully benefitted position and we promote from within so there is advancement potential....

Physician OB Hospitalist Main Line HealthCare

  • Bryn Mawr, PA (21 miles from Pottstown, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Bryn Mawr, PA (21 miles from Pottstown, PA)
  • 6 days ago

We are actively recruiting BE/BC OB Hospitalists to join Bryn Mawr Hospital....

Demographic Data for Pottstown, PA

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Salary for General Practitioner Jobs in Pottstown, PA

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

$278,720


Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

General Practitioners in Pottstown, PA offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
56.5%
Master's Degree
17.6%
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 Pottstown, PA
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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