Associate Physician, Radiation Oncology - BC Cancer – Abbotsford

Associate Physician, Radiation Oncology
BC Cancer – Abbotsford
Regular, Full-Time (1.0 FTE)
Abbotsford, BC, Canada

BC Cancer-Abbotsford seeks an Associate Physician in Radiation Oncology to join our team to provide clinical and academic services.

BC Cancer-Abbotsford, a full service cancer centre that provides service to approximately 2200 new patients per year. On site assets include CT simulation, four linear accelerators; with cone beam CT, Intensity Modulation, VMAT, SABR, SRS, as well as a comprehensive brachytherapy program. The centre has collaborative and innovative nursing, physics, dosimetry and therapy staff. The BC Cancer-Abbotsford has a full range of medical oncology, diagnostic and support services.

The BC Cancer-Abbotsford Radiation Oncology is committed to excellence in clinical care and focused on developing academic excellence in a provincial cancer care environment. The BC Cancer’s population-based model and resultant databases provide outstanding opportunities for outcome-based research. The Abbotsford Centre participates actively in several clinical trials groups. The successful candidate will be part of a collaborative care team committed to excellence, to participate in clinical, research, administrative and educational activities.

Abbotsford, the “City in the Country”, is nestled in the shadow of majestic Mt. Baker, in the eastern Fraser Valley, and has a blend of modern urban living and a friendly country atmosphere. Thanks to the comfortable west coast climate and surrounding geography, a variety of recreational activities are nearby. Abbotsford is at a short drive to Vancouver, BC and Seattle, WA.

Applicants come with the ability to perform within the scope of Associate Physician duties and responsibilities. Applicants are able to interact, and adapt effectively with other professionals in complex, dynamic situations. Ability to communicate and collaborate with families about health findings, diagnosis, treatment, prognosis and follow up. Applicants bring excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work within a team and the ability to document in accordance with CPSBC and organizational standards, policies, and guidelines. Applicants demonstrate the ability to perform assessments and examinations. Within this responsibility, the successful candidate will work actively to encourage a culture of teamwork, collaboration, and respect within the entire healthcare team.

Perks include support for Continuing Professional Development time and funds, CPSBC and CMPA fees.

Applicants will have a medical degree, and a minimum of 2 years’ training in a Radiation Oncology postgraduate medical training program. Candidates must be eligible for licensure in British Columbia in the Associate Physician Class and will be assigned a supervisor, in specific:

• Have successfully completed Part 1 of the MCC Qualifying examination and,
• Have Canadian Citizenship, be a permanent resident or be legally able to live and work in British Columbia

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.).

Remuneration will be based on experience and in accordance with the PHSA compensation framework for Associate Physicians.

Start date is as soon as possible.

To apply, please send a letter expressing your interest along with your most current curriculum vitae and a list of 3 references to:

Dr. Gaurav Bahl MD FRCPC

Head, Dept. of Radiation Oncology, BC Cancer – Abbotsford

gaurav.bahl@bccancer.bc.ca

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

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).

(PHSA) 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 (www.bccancer.bc.ca) 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, which include 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.

BC Cancer is part of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA) which plans, manages and evaluates specialty and province-wide health care services across BC. PHSA embodies values that reflect a commitment to excellence. These include: Respect people • Be compassionate • Dare to innovate • Cultivate partnerships • Serve with purpose.

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.

Reconciliation is an ongoing process and a shared responsibility for all of us. The BC Governments’ unanimous passage of the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act was a significant step forward in this journey—one that all health authorities are expected to support as we work in cooperation with Indigenous Peoples to establish a clear and sustainable path to lasting reconciliation. True reconciliation will take time and ongoing commitment to work with Indigenous Peoples as they move toward self-determination. Guiding these efforts Crown agencies must remain focused on creating opportunities that implement the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Mandate.

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