General Practitioner Jobs in Benton, AR

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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Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Hospitalist in Fort Smith, AR

  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 1 day ago
  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 1 day ago

, Travel & Lodging Provider Requirements: Board Certifications: Certified American Board of Internal Medicine or Family Medicine License: Current AR State License & Unrestricted DEA Additional Certifications...

Hospitalist Locums need in Arkansas

  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 1 day ago
  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 1 day ago

Candidates must be Board Certified in Internal Medicine or Family Practice....

Cardiology - Interventional Physician. Job in Malvern Gr8Jobs

  • Malvern, AR (20 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 2 days ago
  • Malvern, AR (20 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 2 days ago

Are you looking for a weekend moonlighting opportunity with flexible scheduling and no minimum shift requirement? We are seeking Interventional Cardiologists for weekend call coverage in Central...

Primary Care Physician Hourly

  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 2 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 2 days ago

program (Internal Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, Ob-GYN, Pediatrics)....

Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Pediatrics in Springdale, AR

  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 3 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 3 days ago

LocumJobsOnline is working with CompHealth to find a qualified Pediatrics MD in Springdale, Arkansas, 72762! About The Position When it comes to finding the perfect locums assignment, sometimes...

Nocturnist Physician

  • Hot Springs Village, AR (22 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 4 days ago
  • Hot Springs Village, AR (22 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 4 days ago

Vincent Medical Group Hot Springs is seeking BE/BC Internal Medicine or Family Medicine with prior Hospitalist experience to join a well-established and expanding hospitalist program and practice as...

Hospitalist Job at CommonSpirit Health in Hot Springs, AR

  • Hot Springs, AR (20 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 6 days ago
  • Hot Springs, AR (20 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 6 days ago

Vincent Medical Group Hot Springs is seeking BE/BC Internal Medicine or Family Medicine with prior Hospitalist experience to join a well-established and expanding hospitalist program and practice as...

Gastroenterology Hospitalist Opportunity -Near Little Rock

  • Hot Springs Village, AR (22 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 7 days ago
  • Hot Springs Village, AR (22 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 7 days ago

Curative is seeking a Gastroenterology Hospitalist to become part of a thriving, well-established team in beautiful Hot Springs, Arkansas....

Podiatrist

  • Hot Springs, AR (20 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 8 days ago
  • Hot Springs, AR (20 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 8 days ago

Healthy Connections, a leading community health provider with over 25 years of experience across Western and Central Arkansas, is seeking a skilled Podiatrist to join our team in Hot Springs. This...

Physician

  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 11 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 11 days ago

Evidence of board eligibility/certification is required in an appropriate primary care specialty (Internal medicine or family medicine) by an American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) or American...

Outpatient Primary Care Physician Opportunity in Little Rock, Arkansas

  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 17 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 17 days ago

Ideal candidates will be: M.D. or D.O. graduates Board certified/eligible in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine (required) Fellowship training in Geriatrics welcome, but not required Have an active...

Physician - Hospitalist

  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 21 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 21 days ago

Solutions Are you a qualified Internal Medicine/Hospitalist physician looking to use your expertise in a meaningful way?...

Gastroenterology Hospitalist Physician

  • Hot Springs, AR (20 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hot Springs, AR (20 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 30+ days ago

Vincent Medical Group Hot Springs is searching for BC/BE Gastroenterologists to work as Gastroenterology-Hospitalists at CHI St. Vincent Hot Springs....

Physician - Hospitalist

  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 30+ days ago

Solutions Are you a qualified Internal Medicine/Hospitalist physician looking to use your expertise in a meaningful way?...

Pediatric Hospitalist Job in Little Rock, Arkansas

  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 30+ days ago

When it comes to finding the perfect locums assignment, sometimes it's all about who you know. CompHealth has been around for a long time and have a vast network of connections to facilities...

Demographic Data for Benton, AR

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Salary for General Practitioner Jobs in Benton, AR

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Highest Education Level

General Practitioners in Benton, AR offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
56.2%
Master's Degree
18.0%
Bachelor's Degree
15.4%
High School or GED
3.6%
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 Benton, AR
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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