General Practitioner Jobs in Woonsocket, 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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Eating Disorder Hospitalist Physician

  • Dedham, MA (23 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Dedham, MA (23 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 45+ days ago

Board certification (or eligibility) in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine or Medicine and Pediatrics (both)....

Physician / Psychiatry / Rhode Island / Locum tenens / Physician - Psychiatry Job. Job in Rhode Island Gr8Jobs

  • Providence, RI (12 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Providence, RI (12 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 20 hours ago

We are seeking a board-certified Psychiatrist for a locum tenens position in Rhode Island. This 27-day assignment at a Mental Health facility requires coverage for 2 days per week, 5 hours each...

Per Diem Hospitalist Physician - Admitting Shifts (Evenings/Overnight)

  • Attleboro, MA (11 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Attleboro, MA (11 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 20 hours ago

shift No procedures required Requirements: BE/BC Internal Medicine or Family Medicine Current license in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, or ability to obtain Current certification in CPR required...

Hospitalist job in Framingham MA. Job in Framingham Gr8Jobs

  • Framingham, MA (22 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Framingham, MA (22 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 1 day ago

MetroWest Medical Center has an in-house internal medicine (IM) residency and our nocturnists have daily interactions with residents....

Family Practice - With OB Physician. Job in Worcester Gr8Jobs

  • Worcester, MA (24 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Worcester, MA (24 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 1 day ago

Key Responsibilities: Provide outpatient primary care services for patients of all ages, including wellness exams, preventive care, and management of chronic conditions....

Psychiatry - Child/Adolescent Physician. Job in Medfield Gr8Jobs

  • Medfield, MA (16 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Medfield, MA (16 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 1 day ago

Why Join Us? Outpatient (weekday) Part time or full time Flexible scheduling & strong work-life balance Compensation for supervising PMHNP's Extraordinary clinical and non-clinical support staff...

Psychiatry - Child/Adolescent Physician. Job in Northborough Gr8Jobs

  • Northborough, MA (23 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Northborough, MA (23 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 1 day ago

Why Join Us? Outpatient (weekday) Part time or full time Flexible scheduling & strong work-life balance Compensation for supervising PMHNP's Non-clinical support staff to handle billing and other...

Psychiatry - Child/Adolescent Physician. Job in Auburn Gr8Jobs

  • Auburn, MA (22 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Auburn, MA (22 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 1 day ago

Why Join Us: Outpatient (weekday) Flexible scheduling & strong work-life balance Extraordinary clinical and non-clinical support staff Free CME's Above average W2 compensation package Full...

Physician (Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine)

  • Providence, RI (12 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Providence, RI (12 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 2 days ago

Physician (Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine )....

Physician (Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine)

  • East Providence, RI (14 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 2 days ago
  • East Providence, RI (14 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 2 days ago

Physician (Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine) Full-time position working for Brown Medicine, 110 Elm Street, Providence, RI, providing Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine services...

Physician - Intervntl Card

  • Providence, RI (12 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Providence, RI (12 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 3 days ago

Summary: Responsible for providing his/her patients with care at the current level of quality and efficiency generally recognized by appropriate practice standards and guidelines applicable to...

A CT Facility Is Searching for a Locum Tenens Hospitalist

  • Putnam, CT (20 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Putnam, CT (20 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 3 days ago

10 14 patients Admitting shift handles 3 6 admissions; night shift 3 8 admissions Ongoing coverage opportunity ICU coverage required ventilator management orders only ED physician leads codes with hospitalist...

Academic Newborn Hospitalist - Worcester & Framingham, MA

  • Worcester, MA (24 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Worcester, MA (24 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 3 days ago

MD Newborn Hospitalist Director, Division of Neonatology c/o Kimberly Levasseur, Provider Recruiter ......

Hospitalist Job in Putnam, Connecticut

  • Putnam, CT (20 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 4 days ago
  • Putnam, CT (20 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 4 days ago

Weatherby can help you build a custom career plan, with multiple positions available for you today. Call us for specific details on your future job today. Mix of 8-hour shifts (7am - 3pm or 12pm -...

Physician / Family Practice / Rhode Island / Permanent / Family Medicine Opening in the Providence, . Job in Warwick Gr8Jobs

  • Warwick, RI (20 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 4 days ago
  • Warwick, RI (20 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 4 days ago

The team includes primary care, behavioral health, nurse case managers, dedicated medical...

Demographic Data for Woonsocket, RI

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Salary for General Practitioner Jobs in Woonsocket, RI

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

$246,160


Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

General Practitioners in Woonsocket, RI 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 Woonsocket, 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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