physiatrist

Education

Degree in medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine or optometry.

Tasks

• Diagnose diseases and physiological disorders
• Prescribe medication and treatment
• Treat diseases and physiological disorders
• Act as consultants to other physicians
• Order laboratory tests, X‑rays and other diagnostic procedures

Certificates, Licences, Memberships, and Courses

• Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada Certification Examination
• Licensure by provincial or territorial authorities

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Fast‑paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• Hand‑eye coordination
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Standing for extended periods
• Walking
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Manual dexterity...