Degree in medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine or optometry
Work setting
Private practice
Public or community health centre
Clinic
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
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 health
Prescribe and administer medications and treatments
Inoculate and vaccinate patients to prevent and treat diseases
Participate in health care policy and planning
Advise patients on health care
Examine patients and take their medical histories and consult with physicians and other medical practitioners to evaluate patients' physical and mental health
Supervision
Working groups
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
Licensure by provincial or territorial authorities
Personal suitability
Dependability
Excellent oral communication
Flexibility
Screening questions
Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?
Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?
