Work setting

Tasks

Collect medical information from patients, family members, or other medical professionals
Examine patients' health condition to identify diseases and injuries
Help patients develop healthy habits, break old habits and reshape their approach to wellness
Consult with other medical practitioners to evaluate patients' physical and mental health
Prescribe and administer medications and treatments
Advise patients on health care
Provide acute care management
Provide counselling and support to patients and their families on a wide range of health and lifestyle issues
Provide emergency care
Supervise home care services