Summary Family Physician in Canada
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Description
General practitioners and family physicians diagnose and treat the diseases, physiological disorders and injuries of patients. They provide primary contact and continuous care toward the management of patients' health. They usually work in private practice, including group or team practices, hospitals and clinics. Residents in training to be general practitioners or family physicians are included in this unit group.
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Requirements
University
This occupation usually requires a university degree (bachelor’s, master’s or doctorate).
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Wages
$233,726 /year
Median wage in Canada
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Prospects
Varies
The job prospects vary across Canada depending on the province or territory.
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Jobs
207 jobs
advertised in Canada
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Competencies
- Instructing
- Time Management
- Decision Making
- Reading Comprehension
- Oral Communication: Active Listening
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