Overview

Languages

English

Education

- Degree in medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine or optometry

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

- Urban area

Responsibilities

Tasks

- Diagnose diseases and physiological disorders
- May conduct medical research on human disorders, illnesses, preventive or curative methods
- Prescribe post-operation medication and treatment
- Supervise surgical procedures
- Treat diseases, injuries and deformities
- Prepare research papers for publication and presentation
- Act as consultants to other physicians
- Order laboratory tests, X-rays and other diagnostic procedures

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

- Specialty residency training




- Licensure by provincial or territorial authorities

Experience and specialization

Specialization in surgery

- Ophthalmology

Area of specialization

- Training and professional development

Additional information

Security and safety

- Criminal record check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

- Fast-paced environment
- Hand-eye co-ordination
- Manual dexterity
- Large workload

Personal suitability

- Accurate
- Client focus
- Dependability
- Effective interpersonal skills
- Excellent oral communication
- Excellent written communication
- Flexibility
- Interpersonal awareness
- Judgement
- Organized
- Reliability
- Team player
- Values and ethics

📌 ophthalmologist (Halifax Regional Municipality)
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📍 Halifax Regional Municipality