About this role
Education: Degree in medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine or optometry. 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. Advise patients on health care. 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. Provide emergency care. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Attention to detail. Personal suitability: Client focus. Team player. Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years.