Volunteer - GERIATRICS

STEM Canada is a registered not-for-profit global program specializing in an advanced, bar-none STEM-based educational curriculum emphasising the interconnected subject areas of science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). The STEM program is open to all students from preschool to high school with the mission to deliver top-notch STEM literacy and application, designed to teach students in the STEM fields, yielding globally competitive results.

Job Description

A geriatrician is a medical doctor specializing in the care of older adults, focusing on their unique health needs and complex medical conditions. They manage age-related diseases, chronic conditions, and the overall physical, mental, and social well-being of elderly patients. Geriatricians often collaborate with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive, patient-centered care.

Start date: January 6, 2025
Time commitment: 2 to 6 hours per week and for the volunteer teaching assistant

Key Responsibilities

•	Diagnose and treat medical conditions common in older adults, such as dementia, 
        arthritis, osteoporosis, and cardiovascular diseases.
•	Develop and manage personalized care plans for patients with multiple chronic 
        conditions.
•	Assess patients’ functional status, cognitive abilities, and psychosocial needs.
•	Prescribe medications, ensuring safe and effective use while minimizing drug 
        interactions.
•	Collaborate with families, caregivers, and interdisciplinary teams to support holistic 
        care.
•	Educate patients and caregivers about health maintenance, disease management, and 
        prevention strategies.
•	Participate in end-of-life care planning and provide palliative care when necessary.
•	Stay updated on advances in geriatric medicine and implement evidence-based 
        practices.


Required Qualifications

•	Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree.
•	Completion of a residency program in internal medicine or family medicine (3 years).
•	Completion of a geriatrics fellowship program (1-2 years).
•	Active medical license in the practising jurisdiction.
•	Board certification in geriatrics (optional but preferred).
•	Clinical experience during residency and fellowship training.
•	Empathy, patience, and cultural sensitivity to build trust with elderly patients.
•	Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
•	Proficiency in managing multiple comorbidities and polypharmacy.

Benefits

•	Flexible working hours with a minimum commitment of 5 hours per week.
•	Opportunities for research, academic roles, and professional growth.
•	Receive a Certificate of volunteering for outstanding contributions to STEM Canada's 
        mission.
•	Play a vital role in supporting STEM Canada’s mission to advance STEM
        education and positively impact the community.

SMAC is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We welcome and encourage applications from all religious backgrounds, persons of color, women, Indigenous/Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, and others who can contribute to the diversification of our community.

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit a resume and a cover letter to volunteer@stemcanada.ca

We thank you for your interest in this opportunity; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Interested individuals should submit their resume for immediate consideration.