General Practitioner in Oncology

5 months ago

Sydney, Canada Nova Scotia Health Authority Full time

Requisition ID: 146359

Opportunity Type: Permanent

Estimated Annual Salary: 100,000 - 150,000

Type of Remuneration: APP- Alternative Payment Plan

Site Visit & Reallocation Allowance Programs: Relocation Program; Site Visit Program

**About the Opportunity**:
The Nova Scotia Health Cancer Care Program is responsible for cancer programs and services across the province including: cancer prevention and early detection, treatment, follow-up, supportive care, palliative care and end-of-life care.

**Responsibilities**:

- Provides outpatient care to cancer patients seen in a variety of clinical settings including oncology clinics, chemotherapy units, and virtual care clinics.
- Where feasible, provides inpatient consultation and support for patients requiring admission to hospital.
- May assist in the accelerated workup of suspected cancer.
- Manages cancer symptoms and treatment-related adverse effects in collaboration with the specialist and health care team.
- Assists in the management of patients undergoing local therapies for cancer including radiotherapy and intra-vesicular therapy.
- Provides follow-up assessments and examinations for cancer patients undergoing surveillance.
- Notifies the specialist of changes in the patient’s condition.
- Provides on-site support as appropriate.
- Available and responsible for providing urgent coverage for cancer systemic therapy infusion reactions.
- Available during working hours to address questions related to patient care and to assist with treatment.
- For absences, the GPO is responsible for arranging coverage and handover with covering physician.
- If a covering physician is not available, the GPO must contact the referring specialist or Senior Medical Director for Cancer Care to discuss alternative arrangements.
- Participates in oncology-related meetings and continuing medical education.
- Adheres to NSHA Cancer Care Program guidelines and policies to ensure that expected standards of care are achieved.
- Participates in medical practice that is compatible with the Nova Scotia Health’s mission, values, and strategic directions.
- Provides local academic and clinical leadership related to the care of cancer patients such as working in a co-leadership capacity with the clinic manager and/ or providing zone medical leadership as needed.
- Participates on Nova Scotia Cancer Care Program initiatives and committees including co-leadership role on zone-based operations and quality committees as time permits.
- Where possible, provides back-up GPO support in other sites within the zone in the absence of the site-specific GPO to ensure there is no compromise to clinical care.

**Expected Hours**:

- part-time hours
- patient load is variable

**Qualifications**:

- Eligible for certification by the College of Family Physicians of Canada (CFPC), or the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (RCPSC)
- Eligible for licensure with the College of Physician and Surgeons of Nova Scotia (CPSNS)
- Maintain active Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA) coverage, and have active hospital privileges at the designated site

Other competencies:

- Previous oncology training and experience is an asset
- Completion of GPO orientation is required prior to assuming their role within the Community Cancer Clinic
- Commitment to ongoing professional education through attendance at educational conferences, Provincial Cancer Network Meetings, oncology Grand Rounds and other oncology related learning opportunities in order to stay current and maintain competency in oncology care

**Community Details**:
Sydney is a vibrant port city on the edge of the beautiful Cape Breton Highlands National Park. Cape Breton Regional Municipality is the second largest municipality in the province of Nova Scotia. With a population of approximately 115,000, Cape Breton Island is known for its rich Celtic culture and stunning scenery. You will find an island of magnificent natural beauty yet with very modern services. We host an array of shops, restaurants, golf courses, entertainment and amenities including an airport and cruise ship terminal. In addition, the region remains young, diverse and vibrant as it is the home to Cape Breton University.
Life in Cape Breton is similar to small rural living with an abundance of scenic beauty and culture. Here you will find a perfect mix to achieve family and work life balance.
- Physicians in Nova Scotia provide fulfilling patient care which embraces family life, professional development and community involvement. That's what makes practicing medicine in Nova Scotia unique. Physicians are increasingly attracted to practices that offer team-based care to their patients and allow them to consult with their peers. The size and scale of Nova Scotia allows for better connections across the health care system. Your practice of medicine and your life is richer here. Nova Scotia is more than medicine._

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