General Practitioner Jobs in Belchertown, 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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Hospitalist Physician

  • Northampton, MA (12 miles from Belchertown, MA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Northampton, MA (12 miles from Belchertown, MA)
  • 19 hours ago

Part-Time Hospitalist Physician Position in Northampton, MA with National Wound Physician Group Clinical satisfaction, autonomy and flexibility, work-life balance No Nights, No Call, No Weekend Clinical...

Idyllic Vermont Hospitalist Job

  • Springfield, MA (15 miles from Belchertown, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Springfield, MA (15 miles from Belchertown, MA)
  • 3 days ago

The 61-bed, not-for-profit health system is comprised of more than 130 specialty and primary care physicians including NP and PA support....

Hospitalist Job in Springfield, Massachusetts

  • Springfield, MA (15 miles from Belchertown, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Springfield, MA (15 miles from Belchertown, MA)
  • 3 days ago

The 61-bed, not-for-profit health system is comprised of more than 130 specialty and primary care physicians including NP and PA support....

Physician / Hospitalist / Massachusetts / Permanent / Clinician needed for IHBTC position in Springf. Job in Massachusetts Gr8Jobs

  • Springfield, MA (15 miles from Belchertown, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Springfield, MA (15 miles from Belchertown, MA)
  • 5 days ago

Full Time Clinician - Sign On Bonus Available - Springfield, MAJob DescriptionHealthPlus Staffing is assisting a Behavioral Health group with their search for a full-time Clinician to join their...

Family Practice - With OB Physician. Job in Enfield Gr8Jobs

  • Enfield, CT (21 miles from Belchertown, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Enfield, CT (21 miles from Belchertown, MA)
  • 5 days ago

This is a locum tenens opportunity to provide high-quality care in a Primary Care setting....

Physician / Family Practice / Connecticut / Locum Tenens / Locums Urgent Care/Family Medicine Job in. Job in Somersville Gr8Jobs

  • Somers, CT (19 miles from Belchertown, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Somers, CT (19 miles from Belchertown, MA)
  • 5 days ago

Locums Opportunity for Urgent Care/Family Medicine Physician in ConnecticutCoverage date: Aug 01, 2022 - Dec 31, 2022Shift is 4 days per week, 8A 6P, between Monday FridayNo Call, No Inpatient rounding...

Physician / Psychiatry / Connecticut / Locum Tenens / Locums Psychiatry Job in Connecticut Job. Job in West Suffield Gr8Jobs

  • Suffield, CT (23 miles from Belchertown, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Suffield, CT (23 miles from Belchertown, MA)
  • 5 days ago

Locum opportunity for a Psychiatrist in ConnecticutCoverage dates: September 18, 2022 - December 31, 2022Looking for adolescent coverage starting late September for 20 hrs at each facility each...

Physician / Occupational Medicine / Massachusetts / Locum Tenens / Locum Occupational Medicine Job i. Job in Lake Pleasant Gr8Jobs

  • Montague, MA (19 miles from Belchertown, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Montague, MA (19 miles from Belchertown, MA)
  • 5 days ago

Clinic setting.The candidate must be Board Certified in Primary Care, ED or Occupational Medicine and MA license....

Family Practice - Without OB Physician. Job in West Springfield Gr8Jobs

  • West Springfield, MA (16 miles from Belchertown, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • West Springfield, MA (16 miles from Belchertown, MA)
  • 5 days ago

Board Certification in Internal Medicine or Family Practice, with Board Certification in Geriatrics preferred.3. Minimum of one year of experience working with frail or elderly populations.4....

Physician - Hospitalist - Johnson Memorial - Up To $50K Sign On Bonus! - Johnson Memorial Hospital

  • Stafford, CT (20 miles from Belchertown, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Stafford, CT (20 miles from Belchertown, MA)
  • 5 days ago

Up to $50K Sign On Bonus a Stafford Springs, CT a Seeking Hospital Medicine Physicians Join the Physician Partnership Where You Can Increase Your Impact Vituity's ownership model provides...

Family Practice - Without OB Physician. Job in Holyoke Gr8Jobs

  • Holyoke, MA (12 miles from Belchertown, MA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Holyoke, MA (12 miles from Belchertown, MA)
  • 8 days ago

Adex Medical Staffing is seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Hospitalist to join our dynamic team....

Family Practice - Without OB Physician. Job in Suffield Gr8Jobs

  • Suffield, CT (23 miles from Belchertown, MA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Suffield, CT (23 miles from Belchertown, MA)
  • 8 days ago

REQUIREMENTS: - Connecticut medical license - DEA - Board Certified / Eligible, Internal Medicine or Family Medicine - no experience required HOW TO APPLY: To apply for this position, please send your...

Hospitalist - Pediatric Nocturnist - Cooley Dickinson Hospital

  • Northampton, MA (12 miles from Belchertown, MA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Northampton, MA (12 miles from Belchertown, MA)
  • 13 days ago

Come join our close-knit, patient-centric team of Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Med-Peds and Pediatric physicians providing primary inpatient care for our 140-bed community hospital....

Locum OB Hospitalist Opening in Northeastern MA 24-Hour Shifts

  • East Longmeadow, MA (15 miles from Belchertown, MA)
  • 14 days ago
  • East Longmeadow, MA (15 miles from Belchertown, MA)
  • 14 days ago

Opportunity Details Medicus has partnered with a hospital in northeastern Massachusetts with an opening for an OB Hospitalist to assist their team....

Hospitalist, Northampton, MA. Job in Northampton Gr8Jobs

  • Northampton, MA (12 miles from Belchertown, MA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Northampton, MA (12 miles from Belchertown, MA)
  • 16 days ago

Mass General Brigham is seeking a Full-Time Board Certified or Board Eligible Hospitalist to join our thriving team at Cooley Dickinson Hospital in Northampton, Massachusetts....

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Salary for General Practitioner Jobs in Belchertown, MA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

General Practitioners in Belchertown, MA offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
56.2%
Master's Degree
18.0%
Bachelor's Degree
15.5%
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 Belchertown, 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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