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Education: Degree in medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine or optometry. Work setting: Urban area. Clinic. Tasks: Collect medical information from patients, family members, or other medical professionals. Examine patients' health condition to identify diseases and injuries . 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. Co-ordinate or manage primary patient care. Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses : Licensure by provincial or territorial authorities. Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years.