Doctor

Description:

A doctor treats and provides medical care for patients. A doctor is sometimes referred to as a GP (General Practitioner), a Physician or a consultant depending on their area of speciality.

Facts:

Doctors often work in team that includes practice nurses, health visitors, midwives and administrative support staff.

Personal Qualities:

• Must have compassion
• Ability to work under pressure and make quick decisions
• Must be trust worthy
• Must have confidence

A Typical Day:

A typical day for a Doctor might include

• Examining patients and prescribing treatment
• Ordering, performing and interpreting diagnostic tests
• Obtaining medical histories
• Giving general advice

Entry Requirements

• A degree in Medicine
• A 2 year foundation program in general training
• Specialist training in area of interest, for example Gynaecology & Obstetrics, paediatrics, Surgery and General practice.

Source: https://nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk and http://careerplanning.about.com