Family physician

DR. CHINWE OSONDU MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL CORPORATION; Calgary; On-site; CAD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical practice in Calgary is seeking a qualified physician to provide comprehensive health care services. The ideal candidate will have a degree in medicine and relevant certifications, along with a focus on patient advocacy and holistic health management. Responsibilities include examining patients, prescribing treatments, and coordinating primary care. This role requires strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to patient wellness.

Qualifications

• Education in medicine or related field required.
• College of Family Physicians Certification and Licentiate of the Medical Council of Canada needed.

Responsibilities

• Examine patients' health and prescribe treatments.
• Consult with other medical practitioners.
• Provide counseling and support to patients.

Skills

Client focus

Interpersonal awareness

Team player

Education

Degree in medicine

Licentiate of the Medical Council of Canada

College of Family Physicians Certification

Job description

• Education : Degree in medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine or optometry
• Experience : Experience an asset

Work setting

• Urban area
• Relocation costs not covered by employer
• Willing to relocate
• Private practice
• 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
• Deliver babies and provide pre-natal and post-natal care
• Advise patients on health care
• Report births, deaths, contagious and other diseases to government authorities
• Be the patient advocate
• Co-ordinate or manage primary patient care
• Provide counselling and support to patients and their families on a wide range of health and lifestyle issues

Supervision

• Staff in various areas of responsibility
• 3-4 people

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• College of Family Physicians Certification (CCFP)
• Licentiate of the Medical Council of Canada (LMCC)
• College of Family Physicians Certification in Emergency Medicine - CCFP(EM)
• Licensure by provincial or territorial authorities
• Medical Council of Canada Qualifying Examination (MCCQE I and MCCQE II)

Type of treatment experience

• Pain management

Specialization in family practice

• Alternative / complementary therapies
• Family counselling
• Geriatrics
• Internal medicine
• Nutritional counselling
• Obstetrics
• Pediatrics
• Palliative care
• Psychotherapy
• Sexually transmitted diseases
• Sports medicine
• Occupational hygiene

Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Immunization records
• Vulnerable sector check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Interpersonal awareness
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Values and ethics
• Are you available for the advertised start date?
• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Are you willing to relocate for this position?
• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
• Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?