Radiation Oncology

Current College of Physicians of BC (CPSBC) License- Full- Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA)- Mandatory- Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of Canada (FRCPC)- Eligible- Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Canada (FRCSC)- EligibleEmployer Website

**Role and Facility Information**:
Medical Physicist

BC Cancer, Vancouver, BC

Under the leadership of the Regional Professional Practice Leader, the Medical Physicist provides physics and other specialized skills to support the technical requirements of planning and treatment of Radiation Therapy patients. Medical Physicists participate in research and in academic and teaching programs in the field of Medical Physics.

What you’ll do

Provide direct support of patient treatment including external beam, brachytherapy and other specialized radiation techniques, by ensuring accuracy of the predicted dose and for the calculated treatment parameters to deliver the prescribed radiotherapy dose to the identified anatomical volume.
Consult with Radiation Oncologists, other Physicians and Radiation Therapists regarding treatment strategies.
Develop and administer the technical aspects of the radiation oncology quality assurance program, by measuring, verifying and evaluating all equipment used in the support of radiotherapy.
Arrange for corrective actions and trouble-shooting of difficult or unusual system problems.
Ensure radiation safety procedures are followed and participates in; monitoring of radiation levels, radiation facility design, control of radioactive source inventory, assessment of any radiation incidents, and assurance that all aspects of license compliance are met.
Provide training in radiation safety to all appropriate staff.
Research, develop, and implement new clinical devices, techniques, and concepts, and ensure seamless transfer into the radiotherapy program by collaborating with Radiation Oncologists and other professionals.
Develop policies and procedures and provide training to staff accordingly
Responsible to remain current in all radiotherapy equipment and new technologies, and ensure that both meet the needs of the program.
Participate in assessment of equipment at time of acquisition or upgrade, as well as decommissioning old equipment and commissioning of new equipment for clinical use.
Responsible for decisions related to fitness of equipment to be used for radiation therapy patients following commissioning, repair or service and other adjustments. This requires the Medical Physicist to provide work direction to Radiotherapy Service Technologists, Physics Assistants and Tool and Die Makers as well as external service personnel.

What you bring

Ph.D. degree in physics and at least two (2) years of closely related experience, OR
M.Sc. degree in physics and at least four (4) years of closely related experience, OR
MCCPM OR completion of an approved residency program.
MCCPM required within two (2) years of entering this level.
Ability to provide a high standard of medical radiation therapy physics services.
Interpersonal, organizational, analytical, oral and written communication and teaching skills.
Independent decision making skills and ability to work independently and as a member of a multi-disciplinary team.
Physical ability to perform the duties of the job.
Ability to adhere to the Canadian Organization of Medical Physicists code of ethics.

You have:
Awareness of and commitment to learning and understanding the Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s 94 Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight Report (2020), BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), and other related reports.
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).

What we bring

Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future. That’s why we’re focused on your care too - offering health, wellness, development programs to support you - at work and at home.

Join one of BC’s largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations - offering vast opportunities for growth and development.
Access to professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs, including +2,000 courses, such as our San’yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training course, or Core Linx for Leadership roles.
Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan, and psychological health & safety programs and holistic wellness resources.
Annual statutory holidays (13) with generous vacation entitlement and accruement.
PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, dep