General Practitioner Jobs in South Kingstown, RI

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 - Primary Care

  • East Greenwich, RI (15 miles from South Kingstown, RI)
  • 2 days ago
  • East Greenwich, RI (15 miles from South Kingstown, RI)
  • 2 days ago

Brown Medicines Division of General Internal Medicine and Primary Care is seeking a dedicated Primary Care physician to join our Internal Medicine practices in Rhode Island....

Primary Care Physician

  • Wakefield, RI
  • 2 days ago
  • Wakefield, RI
  • 2 days ago

The candidate must be board-certified or board-eligible in Internal or Family Medicine....

Physician

  • Westerly, RI (14 miles from South Kingstown, RI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Westerly, RI (14 miles from South Kingstown, RI)
  • 3 days ago

We are seeking a physician who is board certified or board eligible in internal medicine (IM) or family medicine (FM.)...

Physician / Ophthalmology / Rhode Island / Locum tenens / A RI Facility Is Seeking a Locums Ophthalm. Job in Warwick Gr8Jobs

  • Warwick, RI (19 miles from South Kingstown, RI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Warwick, RI (19 miles from South Kingstown, RI)
  • 3 days ago

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Primary Care Physician

  • Ledyard, CT (24 miles from South Kingstown, RI)
  • 23 days ago
  • Ledyard, CT (24 miles from South Kingstown, RI)
  • 23 days ago

Qualifications: Board Certified in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine, or Board Eligible within 2 years of residency completion. Valid Connecticut medical license or eligibility to obtain one....

GI physician

  • Westerly, RI (14 miles from South Kingstown, RI)
  • 23 days ago
  • Westerly, RI (14 miles from South Kingstown, RI)
  • 23 days ago

EXPERIENCE Preferred: Professional clinical experience in primary care practice, either family medicine or internal medicine LICENSURE Valid American Board certification in Gastroenterology and renewed...

Emergency Medicine Physician in Wakefield, RI

  • Wakefield, RI
  • 27 days ago
  • Wakefield, RI
  • 27 days ago

TeamHealth has an excellent opportunity for a part-time or PRN emergency medicine (EM) physician to join our emergency department (ED) team at South County Hospital in Wakefield, Rhode Island! Our...

Staff Physician

  • North Stonington, CT (17 miles from South Kingstown, RI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • North Stonington, CT (17 miles from South Kingstown, RI)
  • 30+ days ago

care residency program, with Board Certification in either Internal Medicine or Family Practice Requires a minimum of 3 years of medical practice experience Candidates with geriatric fellowship training...

ACO Medical Director & Primary Care Physician- Rhode Island

  • Warwick, RI (19 miles from South Kingstown, RI)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Warwick, RI (19 miles from South Kingstown, RI)
  • 45+ days ago

care office is Supported by Residents, medical assistants, office manager, and virtual scribes plus other great support programs Position breakdown: 50 % outpatient primary care with dedicated patient...

Physician Hematology/Oncology

  • Wakefield, RI
  • 45+ days ago
  • Wakefield, RI
  • 45+ days ago

South County Medical Group is seeking to add a full-time physician to our Oncology/Hematology practice. South County Health is a CoC accredited Cancer Center and operates a radiation oncology...

Primary Care Physician

  • Warwick, RI (19 miles from South Kingstown, RI)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Warwick, RI (19 miles from South Kingstown, RI)
  • 45+ days ago

Graduate Internal Medicine or Family Medicine Board Certification (Or board eligible) Active, non-probationary, unrestricted State License Active DEA license US work authorization Someone who embodies...

Primary Care Sports Medicine Physician

  • Warwick, RI (19 miles from South Kingstown, RI)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Warwick, RI (19 miles from South Kingstown, RI)
  • 60+ days ago

Medicine, Internal Medicine, Pediatrics or Emergency Medicine Completion of a Fellowship in Sports Medicine or Primary Care Sports Medicine Current CAQ in Sports Medicine or CAQ eligible if completing...

Surgical Hospitalist/Acute Care Surgery

  • Wakefield, RI
  • 60+ days ago
  • Wakefield, RI
  • 60+ days ago

Surgeon/Surgical Hospitalist/Acute Care Surgeon to join our general surgery team at South County Hospital....

Primary Care Physician

  • Mystic, CT (23 miles from South Kingstown, RI)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Mystic, CT (23 miles from South Kingstown, RI)
  • 90+ days ago

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

Demographic Data for South Kingstown, RI

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Salary for General Practitioner Jobs in South Kingstown, RI

This is the average annual salary for General Practitioner jobs in South Kingstown, RI as reported by the BLS.

$246,160


Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

General Practitioners in South Kingstown, RI 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
2.8%
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 South Kingstown, RI
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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