General Practitioner Jobs in Downingtown, PA

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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Physician / Non Clinical Physician Jobs / Delaware / Locum Tenens

  • Newport, DE (22 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Newport, DE (22 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Civil Surgeon Physician Locums Job in Delaware Part Time Exams Our client is looking for a Primary Care Physician that is also a Civil Surgeon to help staff their Delaware location on a part time basis...

Physician / Orthopedics / Delaware / Locum tenens / Telemedicine

  • Wilmington, DE (24 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Wilmington, DE (24 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Quivvy Tech is currently hiring telemedicine physicians!Quivvy Tech is the fastest growing national telemedicine network in the U.S. We have a triage call center where all patients are...

Physician / Physical Medicine and Rehab / Delaware / Permanent

  • Wilmington, DE (24 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Wilmington, DE (24 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 1 day ago

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

Physician / Hematology / Delaware / Permanent

  • Wilmington, DE (24 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Wilmington, DE (24 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Hematologist/Oncologist Location: Wilmington, DE MPLT Healthcare is looking for physicians who Understand the Urgency, Never Give Up, and Have the Courage to Excel in the forever changing medical...

Physician / Family Practice / Delaware / Permanent / Established PACE

  • Wilmington, DE (24 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Wilmington, DE (24 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Board Certified Primary Care physician sought to join an established PACE Program....

Physician / Delaware / Locum tenens / Locums Traumatic Brain

  • Yorklyn, DE (17 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Yorklyn, DE (17 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 1 day ago

General Medicine/Traumatic Brain Injury physician needed for a locum practice in Delaware Coverage dates: ASAP - Ongoing Willing to accept these specialties: Neurology, Neurosurgery, PM&R Exams...

Physician / General Practice / Delaware / Locum tenens / Telemedicine

  • Wilmington, DE (24 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Wilmington, DE (24 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Quivvy Tech is currently hiring telemedicine physicians!Quivvy Tech is the fastest growing national telemedicine network in the U.S. We have a triage call center where all patients are...

Physician / Family Practice / Delaware / Locum tenens / Telemedicine

  • Wilmington, DE (24 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Wilmington, DE (24 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Quivvy Tech is currently hiring telemedicine physicians!Quivvy Tech is the fastest growing national telemedicine network in the U.S. We have a triage call center where all patients are...

Physician / Delaware / Locum tenens / Locums General Medicine Job in

  • Yorklyn, DE (17 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Yorklyn, DE (17 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Willing to accept these specialties: family medicine, internal medicine, orthopedic surgery, etc, or anyone with a background in general medicine, or experience with compensation and pension....

Physician / Delaware / Locum Tenens / Highly Regarded Private Group

  • Wilmington, DE (24 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Wilmington, DE (24 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Outpatient Family Medicine position available with highly regarded private group outside Philadelphia....

Family Practice-Without OB (Physician #)

  • Douglassville, PA (16 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Douglassville, PA (16 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 3 days ago

Tower Health Medical Group Family Medicine - Douglassville is seeking two Full Time Family Medicine Physician to join their team providing exceptional care in the ambulatory setting....

Hospitalist Physician

  • Exton, PA (4 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Exton, PA (4 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 3 days ago

Medrina is a large, physician-owned practice that has been a national group for over 15 years. We are currently looking to add physicians to the team in our Exton, PA market! What Medrina Offers:...

Telemedicine Physician

  • Wilmington, DE (24 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Wilmington, DE (24 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 4 days ago

Whether your background is in primary care, internal medicine, addiction medicine, emergency medicine, or urgent care, this role provides an opportunity to practice modern, high-quality medicine without...

ChristianaCare Primary Care Physician Enterprise Opportunities with sign-on and student loan repayment!

  • Hockessin, DE (17 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Hockessin, DE (17 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 5 days ago

We have full-time opportunities for Family Medicine, Internal Medicine-Pediatrics, and Geriatric Medicine Physicians....

Christianacare: Primary Care Physician/Clinical Lead - Jennersville, PA

  • West Grove, PA (14 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • West Grove, PA (14 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 6 days ago

Here the right candidate will join/lead 4 primary care providers. Full-time Family Medicine and Internal Medicine-Pediatrics Physicians with an interest in a leadership are encouraged to apply!...

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Salary for General Practitioner Jobs in Downingtown, PA

This is the average annual salary for General Practitioner jobs in Downingtown, PA as reported by the BLS.

$271,390


Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

General Practitioners in Downingtown, PA 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 Downingtown, PA
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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