General practitioners provide confidential patient consultations and initial medical care within a community-based setting.
General practitioners (GPs) have knowledge of a broad range of illnesses, and diagnose and treat patients of all ages.
The Job Scope
Patient consultations at home and within the surgery
Physical examinations
Diagnosis and treatment of illnesses/ailments
Minor surgery
Health education
Practice management and administration
Liaising with other healthcare professionals and/or hospitals
Skills Required
Ability to work long hours, often under pressure
Good practical skills
Communication skills, compassion and a good bedside manner
Ability to solve problems and effective decision-making skills
Drive to continue learning throughout career
Business management skills
Attention to detail
Academic Requirement
Degree inMBBS
STPM
BBB or ABC in
~Biology; and
~Chemistry; and
~Physics or Mathematics
A-Level
BBB or ABC in
~Biology; and
~Chemistry; and
~Physics or Mathematics
Diploma
Foundation or Diploma in any related field
~Diploma in Health Sciences – cGPA 3.50 and attained 2Bs each in Biology, Chemistry or Physics, and 3Cs in English, Mathematics or Additional Mathematics and another subject at SPM/O-level
~Foundation in Science or other equivalent qualifications recognized by the Malaysian Government.
Salary Range
FRESH GRADUATE
On average, a houseman can expect a sum of RM3,500. Those who choose hospital in rural areas in Eastern Malaysia can expect an additional RM750.
SENIOR LEVEL
Upon completing 2 years of housemanship, a houseman would then be promoted to the rank of Medical Officer (MO). A new MO can earn up to RM4,300 to RM5,200 while an MO with experience of 10 years and above can expect a salary of RM6,000 to RM8,200.
