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Education: Degree in medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine or optometry. Work setting: Hospital (staff position). Hospital/health care establishment/health institution. Tasks: Diagnose diseases and physiological disorders. May conduct medical research on human disorders, illnesses, preventive or curative methods. Prescribe medication and treatment . Refer patients for surgery. Prepare research papers for publication and presentation. Study the nature, cause and development of diseases and the structural and functional changes caused by diseases. Act as consultants to other physicians. Order laboratory tests, X-rays and other diagnostic procedures. Supervision: Working groups. Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses : Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada Certification Examination. Licensure by provincial or territorial authorities. Specialization in clinical medicine: Anesthesiology. Pediatrics. Security and safety: Criminal record check. Medical exam. Immunization records. Eligible for professional liability insurance. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Fast-paced environment. Work under pressure. Tight deadlines. Physically demanding. Hand-eye co-ordination. Combination of sitting, standing, walking. Standing for extended periods. Walking. Bending, crouching, kneeling. Ability to distinguish between colours. Manual dexterity. Repetitive tasks. Large workload. Personal suitability: Accurate. Client focus. Dependability. Efficient interpersonal skills. Excellent oral communication. Excellent written communication. Flexibility. Initiative. Interpersonal awareness. Judgement. Organized. Reliability. Team player. Values and ethics. Creativity. Experience: 5 years or more.