Doctor job summary
A good job description starts with an attention-grabbing summary of the position and its role within your company. Your summary should provide an overview of your company and expectations for the position. Outline the types of activities and responsibilities required for the job so job seekers can determine if they are qualified, or if the job is suitable for them.
Example of a Doctor job summary
Our busy medical facility is dedicated to providing top quality care to our patients of all ages. We currently have an opening for a talented and compassionate Doctor to join our growing healthcare practice. The ideal candidate will have 5 or more years’ experience in clinical medicine, preferably in a primary care capacity. If you are strongly committed to providing top-notch, compassionate patient care, we encourage you to apply for this position.
Doctor responsibilities and duties
The responsibilities and duties section is the most important part of the job description. Here you should outline the functions this position will perform on a regular basis, how the job functions within the organization and the title of the manager the person will report to.
- Evaluate patients and provide appropriate medical treatment for various illnesses and injuries
- Document all patient evaluations, treatments, medications and transactions according to company policies and procedures
- Supervise Medical Assistants to ensure compliance with all applicable regulations
- Evaluate effectiveness of current care methods and procedures and suggest improvements
- Prescribe, administer and dispense medication in accordance with state and federal statutes
- Assist Medical Director in identifying and resolving workplace issues
Doctor qualifications and skills
Next, outline the required and preferred skills for your position. This may include education, previous job experience, certifications and technical skills. You may also include soft skills and personality traits that you expect from a successful candidate. While it may be tempting to include a long list of skills and requirements, including too many could dissuade qualified candidates from applying. Keep your list of qualifications concise, but provide enough detail with relevant keywords and terms.
- M.D. required
- Current state medical license
- Board certification in emergency medicine or family medicine an asset
- Previous clinical experience as a primary care provider preferred
- Friendly and compassionate disposition
- Strong leadership skills and attention to detail