Discover the skills and training needed for this occupation
General Practitioners and Resident Medical Officers diagnose and treat physical and mental illnesses, disorders and injuries, recommend preventative action and refer patients to specialist Medical Practitioners, other health care workers, and social, welfare and support workers.
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People employed in SAExplore by region
23%
1-Year changeGrowth in previous years
16%
5-Year changeGrowth in previous years
SA Future Demand:Strong
The skills that General Practitioners and Resident Medical Officers need
Learning new skills can certainly get you into a job quicker — but it’s not always about securing a job today. Each skill you build can be a stepping stone towards great opportunities in the future. Here are some skills needed for this occupation.
- Reading
- Teamwork
- Digital engagement
- Initiative and innovation
- Learning
- Numeracy
- Oral communication
- Planning and organising
- Problem solving
- Writing
Where are people currently employed?
| Region | Employed | 1 Year Change | 5 Year Change |
|---|---|---|---|
RegionSouth Australia - South East | Employed453 | 1 Year Change21% | 5 Year Change1% |
RegionSouth Australia - Outback | Employed107 | 1 Year Change18% | 5 Year Change18% |
RegionBarossa - Yorke - Mid North | Employed142 | 1 Year Change18% | 5 Year Change14% |
RegionAdelaide - West | Employed631 | 1 Year Change11% | 5 Year Change39% |
RegionAdelaide - South | Employed1015 | 1 Year Change31% | 5 Year Change13% |
RegionAdelaide - North | Employed594 | 1 Year Change17% | 5 Year Change-17% |
RegionAdelaide - Central and Hills | Employed2236 | 1 Year Change26% | 5 Year Change29% |
Data from Skills SA, and Jobs and Skills Australia | Skills SA |