family physician

Central Ottawa Family Medicine Associates; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Ottawa is seeking a qualified medical practitioner to join their private practice. The role involves examining patients, prescribing treatments, and providing health counseling. Candidates must hold a relevant medical degree and have a commitment to patient advocacy and care.

Qualifications

• Degree in medicine or related field required.
• CCFP certification needed.
• 1 to less than 2 years of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Examine patients' health conditions to identify diseases and injuries.
• Prescribe and administer medications and treatments.
• Advise patients on health care.

Skills

Patient care

Medical examination

Health counseling

Patient advocacy

Education

Degree in medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine, or optometry

College of Family Physicians Certification (CCFP)

Job description

Job Description

This position requires a candidate with the following qualifications and experience:

• Education: Degree in medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine, or optometry
• Experience: 1 to less than 2 years

Work Setting

• Urban area
• Private practice
• Clinic

Tasks

• Collect medical information from patients, family members, or other medical professionals
• Examine patients' health conditions 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 appropriate 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
• Advise patients on health care
• Report births, deaths, contagious and other diseases to government authorities
• Act as a patient advocate
• Coordinate or manage primary patient care
• Provide counseling and support to patients and their families on health and lifestyle issues
• Supervise home care services

Certificates, Licenses, Memberships, and Courses

• College of Family Physicians Certification (CCFP)
• Licensure by provincial or territorial authorities

Additional Questions

• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Are you willing to relocate for this position?
• Do you currently reside near the advertised location?
• Do you have previous experience in this field?