General Practitioner in Medical Oncology - BC Cancer - Cranbrook

General Practitioner in Medical Oncology - BC Cancer - Cranbrook

PHSA

Location : Cranbrook, BC

Salary : CAD 125,000 - 150,000

Position : General Practitioner in Medical Oncology

Facility : BC Cancer– East Kootenay Regional Hospital

Type : Regular, Full-Time (1.0 FTE, or negotiable, if multiple candidates wish to share FTE)

The East Kootenay Regional Hospital in Cranbrook provides general outpatient medical oncology services. We are looking for a General Practitioner in Oncology to join our well-established team.

In BC, we have some of the best cancer control results in the country, with access to more state-of-the-art drug therapies than any other province. Our provincial structure is the key to our success, and ample opportunity exists for collaboration across and within our tumour groups. You will report to the Head of Medical Oncology, BC Cancer-Kelowna for issues related to patient care, research, teaching, and standards of care.

Minimum Requirements :

Applicants must be eligible for licensure as a specialist in British Columbia and have Canadian certification (FRCP, FRCS, or CCFP) at the time of appointment. You must also be suitable for appointment to the University of British Columbia. No previous experience in medical oncology is required; the department will support the successful applicant in developing the requisite expertise for the role.

Successful candidates will have :

• Commitment to upholding the shared responsibility of creating lasting and meaningful reconciliation in Canada as per TRC (2015) and BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019).
• Knowledge of social, economic, political, and historical realities impacting indigenous communities and familiarity with Indigenous Cultural Safety and anti-racism and accompanying reports (BC DRIPA, TRC, etc.).

What we bring :

What we do :

BC Cancer provides comprehensive cancer control for the people of British Columbia.

BC Cancer is part of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA), which plans, manages, and evaluates specialized health services with the BC health authorities to provide equitable and cost-effective health care for people throughout the province. Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include : Respect people – Be compassionate – Dare to innovate – Cultivate partnerships – Serve with purpose.

BC Cancer is committed to reducing the incidence of cancer, reducing the mortality from cancer, and improving the quality of life of those living with cancer. BC Cancer provides a comprehensive cancer control program for the people of British Columbia in partnership with regional health authorities to deliver a range of cancer services, including prevention, screening and early detection, diagnosis and treatment, research, education, supportive care, rehabilitation, and palliative care. It operates six regional cancer centres in Surrey, Kelowna, Vancouver, Victoria, Abbotsford, and Prince George, along with two research centres that conduct research into the causes and cures for cancer.

PHSA and BC Cancer are committed to employment equity and diversity and hires on the basis of merit. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including visible minority group members, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. Citizens and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority. We recognize that our ability to provide the best care for our diverse patient populations relies on a rich diversity of skills, knowledge, background, and experience, and value a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment.

For more information on all that the PHSA has to offer, please visit : http : / / careers.phsa.ca

For more information about BC Cancer, please visit : www.bccancer.bc.ca

Application Process :

To apply, please send a letter expressing your interest along with your curriculum vitae to :

Your application will be reviewed immediately. The position will remain open until filled.

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