family physician

Health Choice centres; Guelph; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated professional to join their team. This role involves examining patients, prescribing treatments, and providing essential health education. You will play a vital part in promoting wellness and supporting patients in their health journeys. With a focus on collaboration, you will consult with other medical practitioners and participate in health care policy planning. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others and possess the required medical qualifications, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Degree in medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine, or optometry required.
• Certification from the College of Family Physicians is necessary.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Patient Examination

Health Consultation

Medication Prescription

Diagnostic Procedures

Health Education

Education

Degree in Medicine

Licensure by Provincial Authorities

College of Family Physicians Certification

Job description

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

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
• 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
• Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?