IMG FM Starter Guide

Pathway 3

Starting as a Clinical Assistant

An introduction to the role, supervision, daily workflow and documentation.

Draft – Pending Clinical Review

Learning objectives

  • Describe the Clinical Assistant role in Manitoba.
  • Explain registration and supervision.
  • Outline daily workflow and documentation basics.
  • Recognize when and how to escalate.

Expected learning outcomes

  • Work safely within your authorization and supervision.
  • Communicate and escalate clearly.

Completion status

In progress

Knowledge-check questions →
Clinical Assistant responsibilities depend on applicable provincial requirements, CPSM registration where applicable, the approved practice description, individual authorization, supervision arrangements and organizational policies. Clinical Assistants do not all have identical privileges. This role is not independent physician licensure or independent medical practice. Always confirm current requirements with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Manitoba.

Lessons

Clinical Assistants (CAs) support physicians in providing patient care in Manitoba.

What a CA is

A CA is registered with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Manitoba (CPSM) and works within applicable regulatory requirements, individual authorization and approved supervision arrangements.

What a CA is not

A CA does not hold independent physician licensure. Responsibilities vary by registration, practice description and supervision.

Check the official source

Always confirm current requirements directly with CPSM (cpsm.mb.ca). This guide is orientation only.

Key takeaway: Your role is defined by your registration, practice description and supervisor.

Watch, Learn & Apply

Clinical Assistant daily checklist

This is an educational checklist. Actual responsibilities depend on individual authorization, supervision and clinic policies.
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Before clinic

During clinic

After clinic

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