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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Primary Care Physician

  • Staffordville, CT (20 miles from Belchertown, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Staffordville, CT (20 miles from Belchertown, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Top of Form Qualifications Requirements: Unrestricted State of Connecticut medical license (or eligible) BC/BE Internal or Family Medicine...

Physician / Family Practice / Massachusetts / Locum or Permanent / Perm - Physician - Geriatric Medi. Job in Massachusetts Gr8Jobs

  • West Springfield, MA (16 miles from Belchertown, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • West Springfield, MA (16 miles from Belchertown, MA)
  • 1 day ago

The Role We are seeking a Board-Certified physician in Geriatric Medicine, Internal Medicine, or Family Medicine to provide outpatient primary care and skilled nursing facility coverage for medically...

Assistant Chief Hospitalist

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

We are seeking a physician to provide co-leadership and management for the Hospitalist service, to work cooperatively and supportively with administration and medical staff to provide care that is safe...

Geriatric Medicine Inpatient Physician

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

Baystate Health, western Massachusetts premier healthcare provider and home to the University of Massachusetts Medical School Baystate, is seeking a Geriatric Medicine physician to join our team...

Internal Medicine or Family Medicine - Hospitalist Opportunity

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

Trinity Health Of New England is seeking BC/BE Internal Medicine or Family Medicine physicians to join our experienced Hospitalist Medicine team....

Physician

  • Chicopee, MA (12 miles from Belchertown, MA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Chicopee, MA (12 miles from Belchertown, MA)
  • 15 days ago

medicine and mental health Physical Demands: (The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this...

Physician / Family Practice / Massachusetts / Permanent / Family Medicine opening southwest of Bosto. Job in Sturbridge Gr8Jobs

  • Sturbridge, MA (18 miles from Belchertown, MA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Sturbridge, MA (18 miles from Belchertown, MA)
  • 20 days ago

Primary care and multi-specialty physician group is seeking a Family Medicine Physician to join an established outpatient practice southwest of Boston, MA....

CLC Medical Director (Physician)

  • Leeds, MA (16 miles from Belchertown, MA)
  • 25 days ago
  • Leeds, MA (16 miles from Belchertown, MA)
  • 25 days ago

Additional Requirement: Board Certification in Internal Medicine or Family Practice. Preferred Experience: Geriatric experience, Community Living Center/Nursing home experience....

Locum OB Hospitalist Opening in Northeastern MA 24-Hour Shifts

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

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

Physician - Hospitalist - Johnson Memorial - Johnson Memorial Hospital

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

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Hospitalist Is Wanted for Locums Help in Massachusetts JOB-3035202

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

license BC required Nights, Swings Primary need is for nights with some swing shifts Average of 7 admits during night shift and average of 14 patients per day shift Closed ICU with no procedures and hospitalists...

Hospitalist - OB

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

KPG Healthcare is currently seeking Hospitalist - OBs to fill opportunities throughout our network of hospitals....

Podiatrist

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

Overview HealthDrive is currently seeking a Podiatrist, to work Part-Time (2-3 Days per week), covering Greater-Metro Springfield, MA and the surrounding areas. Position offers: Competitive...

Physician - Hospitalist - Johnson Memorial Hospital

  • Stafford Springs, CT (21 miles from Belchertown, MA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Stafford Springs, CT (21 miles from Belchertown, MA)
  • 45+ days ago

Stafford Springs, CT – Seeking Hospital Medicine Physicians Join the Physician Partnership Where You Can Increase Your Impact Vituity’s ownership model provides autonomy, local control, and a...

Hospitalist Job at Trinity Health in Springfield, MA

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

Trinity Health Of New England is seeking BC/BE Internal Medicine or Family Medicine physicians to join our experienced Hospitalist Medicine team....

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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
56.4%
Master's Degree
17.8%
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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