General Practitioner Jobs in Arkansas

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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Join an exciting opportunity for a Hospitalist to become part of a dynamic team in a brand-new facility....

Physician - Primary Care

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 22 hours ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 22 hours ago

Preferred Experience: Board certification in either American Board of Family Physicians (ABFP) or American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM)....

Hospitalist Job at Millbrook Support Services in Arkansas

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 1 day ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 1 day ago

Job Requirements: 2 Years experience required Any State License Honored American Heart Association BLS, ACLS Board Certified or Board Eligible in Internal Medicine Active / Unrestricted DEA License...

Internal Physician - Hot Springs, AR

  • Hot Springs, AR
  • 1 day ago
  • Hot Springs, AR
  • 1 day ago

Qualifications - Board Certified or Board Eligible in Internal Medicine - Valid ACLS and BLS certifications - Fellowship training in Interventional Cardiology is required - Clean credentialing history...

Physician - Radiation Oncology - Mercy Fort Smith, Arkansas

  • Fort Smith, AR
  • 2 days ago
  • Fort Smith, AR
  • 2 days ago

Mercy Radiation Oncology is currently seeking a board certified or board eligible physician to join our practice in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Our Mercy Oncology team in Fort Smith is powered by 2...

Hospitalist Job in Bentonville, Arkansas

  • Bentonville, AR
  • 3 days ago
  • Bentonville, AR
  • 3 days ago

Northwest Medical Center is recruiting a BE/BC Hospitalist to work PRN shifts Experienced physicians and new graduates are encouraged to apply. Competitive rate....

Hospitalist opening in: Mountain Home, AR

  • Mountain Home, AR
  • 3 days ago
  • Mountain Home, AR
  • 3 days ago

hospitalist group in a beautiful community....

Physician - PRN

  • Newport, AR
  • 4 days ago
  • Newport, AR
  • 4 days ago

Board certified or eligible in internal or family medicine. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer We are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of uniqueness....

Physician - Hospitalist

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 5 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 5 days ago

The Hospitalist is expected to do the following: A Hospitalist is an Internal medicine physician trained to cover all practices and all disciplines to provide specialized care for patients during their...

Physician - Family Medicine with Obstetrics (FMOB) - Fort Smith, Arkansas

  • Fort Smith, AR
  • 5 days ago
  • Fort Smith, AR
  • 5 days ago

Mercy seeking Family Medicine with Obstetrics (FMOB) physicians to join our growing OB hospitalist program at Mercy Hospital Fort Smith, Arkansas serving a region of nearly 500,000 lives....

Primary Care Physician

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 6 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 6 days ago

KPG Healthcare is currently seeking Primary Care Physicians to fill opportunities throughout our network of hospitals....

Physician - Hospice Contract

  • Springdale, AR
  • 6 days ago
  • Springdale, AR
  • 6 days ago

Must be Board Certified or Board Eligible for a Specialty, preferably Family Medicine or Internal Medicine. Hospice and Palliative Medicine or Geriatric board certification desirable....

Hospitalists Needed - Little Rock, AR - ANY State License Honored

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 7 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 7 days ago

Job Requirements: 2 Years experience required Any State License Honored American Heart Association BLS, ACLS Board Certified or Board Eligible in Internal Medicine Active / Unrestricted DEA License...

Physician (Hematology/Oncology)

  • Fayetteville, AR
  • 8 days ago
  • Fayetteville, AR
  • 8 days ago

Summary This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) - a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific individual eligibility requirements in...

Medical Officer (Physician)

  • Little Rock Air Force Base, AR
  • 8 days ago
  • Little Rock Air Force Base, AR
  • 8 days ago

Duties Help Duties and responsibilities vary and may increase according to grade level Serve as a primary care manager to provide medical examination, diagnosis and treatment of military and retired...

Demographic Data for Arkansas

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Salary for General Practitioner Jobs in Arkansas

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

General Practitioners in Arkansas offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
56.3%
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 Arkansas
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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