Physician Part-time

About the Role

Minimum Qualifications

• Medical degree from an accredited university, with additional certification in Family Medicine.
• License to practice with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario.
• Additional training in an area relevant to the Centre’s services.
• Completion of residency training in a relevant specialty or family medicine.
• Demonstrated clinical experience in patient care.

Experience

• Three to five years full-time primary care experience; experience in a community-based setting or combination of community and hospital or public health settings, an asset.
• Experience and interest in working with marginalized and diverse clientele, such as low-income, high-needs, newcomer, and a variety of multicultural communities.
• Experience in program development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation.
• Experience in a non-profit, community-based organization an asset.

Preferred Qualifications

• Additional certifications or training in specialized areas such as emergency medicine, geriatrics, or chronic disease management.
• Familiarity with electronic medical record (EMR) systems used in Canadian healthcare settings.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and French.
• Previous experience in part-time or flexible clinical roles.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough patient assessments including history taking, physical examinations, and diagnostic testing.
• Develop and implement treatment plans based on clinical findings and best practice guidelines.
• Prescribe medications and therapies while monitoring patient progress and adjusting treatments as necessary.
• Collaborate with nurses, specialists, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate comprehensive patient care.
• Maintain accurate and detailed medical records in compliance with legal and ethical standards.
• Provide patient education on health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment options.
• Participate in continuing medical education and quality improvement initiatives to enhance clinical skills.

Skills

• The required skills enable the physician to perform comprehensive patient evaluations, make accurate diagnoses, and develop effective treatment plans that improve patient health outcomes.
• Strong communication skills are essential for explaining complex medical information clearly to patients and collaborating effectively with healthcare team members.
• Organizational skills are used daily to manage patient caseloads, maintain detailed records, and ensure compliance with healthcare regulations.
• Preferred skills such as proficiency with EMR systems enhance efficiency and accuracy in documentation and patient management.
• Additionally, bilingual abilities and specialized training allow the physician to serve a broader patient population and address diverse healthcare needs with cultural sensitivity.