- Education: Degree in medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine or optometry
- Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years
Work setting
Various locationsClinic
Tasks
Examine patients' health condition to identify diseases and injuries Order laboratory tests, X-rays and other diagnostic procedures to determine the most appropriate medical treatment Consult with other medical practitioners to evaluate patients' physical and mental healthPrescribe and administer medications and treatmentsInoculate and vaccinate patients to prevent and treat diseasesAdvise patients on health careProvide counselling and support to patients and their families on a wide range of health and lifestyle issues
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
College of Family Physicians Certification (CCFP)Licensure by provincial or territorial authorities
Work Term: Permanent
Work Language: English
Hours: 35 to 40 hours per week