Family Practice- Oncology

Position Summary

BC Cancer – East Kootenay Regional Hospital is a regular, full-time position (1.0 FTE, or negotiable if multiple candidates wish to share FTE) in Cranbrook, BC. 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.

As the basecamp of the Kootenay Rockies, Cranbrook is surrounded by trails. The region features nearby access to all-season recreation, including ski resorts and hot springs, with multiple award-winning golf courses, all within a 20-minute drive from town. The 2,000 hours of sunshine each year will help you enjoy the Southern Interior even more. Cranbrook is a Rural Retention Premium eligible medical community.

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.

Responsibilities

- Provide general outpatient medical oncology services as part of BC Cancer in Cranbrook.

- Collaborate across and within tumour groups as part of a provincial team.

- Report to the Head of Medical Oncology for issues related to patient care, research, teaching and standards of care.

- Develop the requisite expertise for the role with department support.

Qualifications

- Eligible for licensure as a specialist in British Columbia.

- Canadian certification (FRCP, FRCS or CCFP) at the time of appointment.

- Suitable for appointment to the University of British Columbia.

- No previous experience in medical oncology required; commitment to developing requisite expertise with department support.

- Commitment to upholding reconciliation in Canada as per the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC, 2015) and BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019).

- Knowledge of Indigenous cultural safety and anti-racism and related reports (BC DRIPA, TRC, etc.).

What we bring / About BC Cancer

BC Cancer provides comprehensive cancer control for the people of British Columbia. BC Cancer is part of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA) and plans, manages and evaluates specialized health services with BC health authorities to provide equitable and cost-effective health care. PHSA embodies values of respect, compassion, innovation, partnerships and service with purpose. We are committed to employment equity and diversity and welcome applications from all qualified individuals.

Application information

For more information on PHSA careers, please visit: http://careers.phsa.ca. For more information about BC Cancer, please visit: www.bccancer.bc.ca. To apply, please send a letter of interest and curriculum vitae to:

Dr. Susan Ellard, Department Head, Medical Oncology, BC Cancer – Kelowna; sellard@bccancer.bc.ca

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

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