Education
Degree in medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine or optometry
Work setting
Clinic
Tasks
Collect medical information from patients, family members, or other medical professionalsExamine patients' health condition to identify diseases and injuries Help patients develop healthy habits, break old habits and reshape their approach to wellnessOrder 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)
Specialization in family practice
AnesthesiaEmergency medicineFamily counsellingGeneral surgeryGeriatricsGynecologyHypnotherapyInternal medicineManipulative therapyNutritional counsellingObstetricsPediatricsPsychotherapySports medicineOccupational hygiene
Experience
7 months to less than 1 year
Employment terms options
EveningMorningWeekend
Durée de l'emploi: Permanent
Langue de travail: Anglais
Heures de travail: 40 to 60 hours per week