family physician

Terra Nova Medical Centre; Richmond; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical facility is seeking a qualified practitioner to join their team in Richmond, BC. You will be responsible for examining patients, ordering diagnostic tests, prescribing treatments, and providing comprehensive care. Ideal candidates will have a degree in medicine, possess a CCFP certification, and have efficient interpersonal skills to ensure patient satisfaction and support.

Qualifications

• Medical degree or equivalent required.
• CCFP certification and provincial licensure mandatory.
• Experience in a clinical setting is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Collect medical information and examine patients' health conditions.
• Consult with other practitioners and provide patient care.
• Order tests and prescribe treatments.

Skills

Efficient interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Team player

Values and ethics

Education

Degree in medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine or optometry

College of Family Physicians Certification (CCFP)

Licensure by provincial or territorial authorities

Job description

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

Work setting

• 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
• Advise patients on health 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

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Team player
• Values and ethics
• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Are you willing to relocate for this position?