GP (general practitioner)

Pinnacle Medical Centres; High River; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated medical professional to join their dynamic team. This role involves examining patients, diagnosing health conditions, and providing comprehensive care. You will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on patients' lives by helping them develop healthy habits and manage their health effectively. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in medicine and relevant experience, ensuring a high standard of care in a fast-paced environment. Join a collaborative team that values patient advocacy and holistic health approaches.

Qualifications

• Degree in medicine or related field is essential.
• 2-3 years of experience in a clinical setting is required.

Responsibilities

• Examine patients and identify diseases and injuries.
• Prescribe treatments and perform routine surgeries.
• Advise patients on health care and wellness.

Skills

Patient Examination

Medical Diagnosis

Patient Advocacy

Surgical Assistance

Health Counseling

Education

Degree in Medicine

Degree in Dentistry

Degree in Veterinary Medicine

Degree in Optometry

Job description

Minimum Requirements

• Education: Degree in medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine, or optometry
• Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years

Work Setting

• Urban area
• Private practice

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
• Perform and assist in routine surgery
• 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

Certificates, Licences, Memberships, and Courses

• Licentiate of the Medical Council of Canada (LMCC)
• Licensure by provincial or territorial authorities
• Medical Council of Canada Qualifying Examination (MCCQE I and MCCQE II)

Security and Safety

• Eligible for professional liability insurance

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Physically demanding
• Standing for extended periods
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking