family physician

HYS Centre Medical Clinic Inc]; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated medical professional to join their team in a private clinic setting. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine, or optometry, coupled with a passion for patient care and wellness. This role involves examining patients, diagnosing health conditions, and collaborating with other medical practitioners to ensure comprehensive care. You will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on patients' lives by helping them develop healthy habits and providing essential medical treatments. If you are committed to enhancing community health and are ready to take on a rewarding challenge, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Degree in medicine or related field required.
• 1-2 years of relevant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Examine patients to identify diseases and injuries.
• Order diagnostic tests and prescribe treatments.
• Advise patients on health care and wellness.

Skills

Patient Examination

Medical Diagnosis

Patient Counseling

Health Policy Participation

Education

Degree in Medicine

Degree in Dentistry

Degree in Veterinary Medicine

Degree in Optometry

Job description

Minimum Qualifications

• Degree in medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine or optometry

Work Setting

• 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
• Advise patients on health care
• Report births, deaths, contagious and other diseases to government authorities
• 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

Certificates, Licences, Memberships, and Courses

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

Experience

• 1 year to less than 2 years