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Frequently Asked Questions:

• How many Medical Practitioner jobs are available on Pertemps?

  There are 469 Medical Practitioner jobs available on Pertemps right now.

• What does a Medical Practitioner do?

  Tasks required include:

  • Examines patient, arranges for any necessary x-rays or other tests and interprets results.
  • Diagnoses condition and prescribes and/or administers appropriate treatment.
  • Administers medical tests and inoculations against communicable diseases.
  • Supervises patient’s progress and advises on diet, exercise and other preventative action.
  • Refers patient to specialist where necessary and liaises with specialist.
  • Prepares and delivers lectures, undertakes research, and conducts and participates in clinical trials.
  • Supervises the implementation of care and treatment plans by other healthcare providers.

• What are the entry requirements for a Medical Practitioner?

  Entrants require a university degree from a medical school recognised by the General Medical Council followed by two years of pre-registration training as a house officer. Some medical schools operate graduate entry schemes. Once the pre-registration period as house officer is completed, further postgraduate training in a general practice training programme is completed