General Practitioner Jobs in Rhode Island

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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Primary Care Physician

  • West Warwick, RI
  • 1 day ago
  • West Warwick, RI
  • 1 day ago

Primary Care Physician NEW!!...

Federally qualified community health center close to Boston is seeking a Family Medicine physician. Adult patients only, no Pediatrics. No hospital responsibilities. Outpatient only!...

Physician (CHIEF HOSPITALIST)

  • Providence, RI
  • 5 days ago
  • Providence, RI
  • 5 days ago

Preferred Experience: Board-eligible or board-certified in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine....

Nephrology - Hospitalist

  • Wakefield, RI
  • 5 days ago
  • Wakefield, RI
  • 5 days ago

Care and Specialty provider offices in Cranston, Narragansett, Newport, and Wakefield....

Physician Hematology/Oncology

  • Wakefield, RI
  • 5 days ago
  • Wakefield, RI
  • 5 days ago

South County Medical Group is seeking to add a full-time physician to our Oncology/Hematology practice. South County Health is a CoC accredited Cancer Center and operates a radiation oncology...

Physician (CHIEF HOSPITALIST)

  • Providence, RI
  • 5 days ago
  • Providence, RI
  • 5 days ago

Preferred Experience: Board-eligible or board-certified in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine....

If you have passion to dramatically improve patient s lives and enjoy working in a flexible, non-traditional, and progressive setting with other amazing people then look no further. We have...

Primary Care Physician

  • Warwick, RI
  • 6 days ago
  • Warwick, RI
  • 6 days ago

Graduate Internal Medicine or Family Medicine Board Certification (Or board eligible) Active, non-probationary, unrestricted State License Active DEA license US work authorization Someone who embodies...

Hospitalist Physician in Westerly, RI

  • Westerly, RI
  • 10 days ago
  • Westerly, RI
  • 10 days ago

We are seeking a physician who is board certified or board eligible in internal medicine (IM) or family medicine (FM.) In joining TeamHealth, you become part of one of our nation?...

Hospitalist-Nocturnist

  • Westerly, RI
  • 10 days ago
  • Westerly, RI
  • 10 days ago

Salary Not Available Position range in Rhode Island $74k - $269k Per Year Hospitalist-Nocturnist VISTA Staffing Solutions Occupation: Hospitalists Location: Westerly, RI - 02891 Positions available:...

Primary Care Sports Medicine Physician

  • Warwick, RI
  • 11 days ago
  • Warwick, RI
  • 11 days ago

Medicine, Internal Medicine, Pediatrics or Emergency Medicine Completion of a Fellowship in Sports Medicine or Primary Care Sports Medicine Current CAQ in Sports Medicine or CAQ eligible if completing...

VHS is looking for an OB/GYN Hospitalist for Newport, RI!...

Surgical Hospitalist/Acute Care Surgery

  • Wakefield, RI
  • 13 days ago
  • Wakefield, RI
  • 13 days ago

Surgeon/Surgical Hospitalist/Acute Care Surgeon to join our general surgery team at South County Hospital....

Occupational Medicine OpportunityProvidence, RI more information on this Occupational Medicine opening and others like it through Metropolis, a Provider Engagement Platform that connects you with...

Physician, MD/DO

  • Burrillville, RI
  • 16 days ago
  • Burrillville, RI
  • 16 days ago

We are seeking applicants for primary care positions at our health center facilities in Rhode Island....

Demographic Data for Rhode Island

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Salary for General Practitioner Jobs in Rhode Island

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for General Practitioner positions.



Highest Education Level

General Practitioners in Rhode Island offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
56.5%
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 Rhode Island
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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