General Practitioner

Role Overview & Responsibilities

General practitioners (GPs) have knowledge of a broad range of illnesses, and treat patients of all ages.

Typical responsibilities include:

- physical examinations

- diagnosis and treatment of illnesses/ailments

- minor surgery

- health education

- liaising with other healthcare professionals and/or hospitals

- Ordering, performing, and interpretation of diagnostic tests, such as lab work and X-rays, to gather medical information and reach a diagnosis

- Prescribing or administering treatments, such as medications and other therapies

- Gathering and documenting patients' medical histories

- Documenting diagnoses and medical impressions for record-keeping and billing purposes

Key skills for general practitioners

Good practical skills

Communication skills, compassion

Ability to solve problems and effective decision-making skills

Drive to continue learning throughout career

Critical thinking

Attention to detail

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Fixed term contract

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus scheme
• Commission pay
• Performance bonus
• Tips
• Yearly bonus

Ability to commute/relocate:

• London: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person