General Practitioner in Oncology - BC Cancer - Kamloops

General Practitioner in Oncology

Regular, Part-time or Full-Time (up to 1.0 FTE)

Kamloops, BC

BC Cancer is one of the world's renowned cancer organizations. BC Cancer - Kelowna is looking for a General Practitioner in Oncology to join its Kamloops Satellite Clinic team, located in British Columbia’s beautiful Southern Interior Region. Reporting to the Department Head of Medical Oncology at BC Cancer – Kelowna, the GPO will be part of a well-established team of Medical Oncologists and GPO’s in Kamloops, and more broadly, within the provincial structure for oncology care.

Working with a team of specialized medical oncologists and allied health professionals at this centre, you will participate exclusively in the care of oncology patients. As a GPO, you would participate in the treatment and follow up of patients after curative and palliative treatment planning, as well as potentially in clinical trials. There is a large and growing GPO network regionally and provincially, providing excellent opportunities for networking and education. 

The funding for the position is set at a maximum of 1.0 FTE. However, the opportunity is flexible and could be offered to more than one candidate who is interested in working in the role part-time on a permanent basis. Service contract and salary options are available.

Kamloops is located in British Columbia’s interior, and is a city for every season. Nearby to the deep powder snow of Sun Peaks ski resort, the area is an amazing winter playground for snow sports enthusiasts. Equally fantastic as a summer destination for water sports, beaches, golfing, plus year-round outdoor pursuits like fishing, hiking, and camping, Kamloops offers opportunities to make the most of the hot summer climate. With a small town feel and big city amenities, Kamloops' lifestyle perfect for families and those looking for adventure, and it comes with a “side” of urban convenience through a vibrant arts and culture scene, plenty of shopping venues, wineries, craft breweries, and tempting cuisine at local restaurants and cafés. Kamloops is conveniently located a 3-hour drive to Vancouver (depending on weather conditions), with air travel out of Kamloops Regional Airport.

Applicants must be eligible for licensure 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. If you have no prior experience as a GPO, BC Cancer will support your training, involving both didactic virtual teaching, and in-clinic patient-related instruction.

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.).

For further details regarding this position you may contact:

Dr. Susan Ellard

Department Head, Medical Oncology

BC Cancer - Kelowna

sellard@bccancer.bc.ca

To apply, please send a letter expressing your interest, and your curriculum vitae in confidence to:

Shelley Dutchin

Advisor, Physician Recruitment

Email: shelley.dutchin@phsa.ca

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

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, development, and recognition programs that honour the commitment and contribution of all employees.
• 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.
• Salaried Physicians enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan, and psychological health & safety programs and holistic wellness resources.
• Salaried Physicians receive annual statutory holidays (13) with generous vacation entitlement and accruement.
• Access to WorkPerks, a premium discount program offering a wide range of local and national discounts on electronics, entertainment, dining, travel, wellness, apparel, and more.

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).

The Provincial Health Services Authority (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.

Learn more about PHSA and our programs: jobs.phsa.ca/programs-and-services

PHSA and BC Cancer are committed to equity in our hiring and employment practices. With learning and compassion, we are addressing existing inequities and barriers throughout our systems. PHSA is seeking to create a diverse workforce and to establish an inclusive and culturally safe environment. We invite applications and enquiries from all people, particularly those belonging to the historically, systemically, and/or persistently marginalized groups identified under the B.C. Human Rights Code.

One of PHSA’s North Star priorities is to eradicate Indigenous-specific racism, which includes dismantling barriers to health care employment at every level. We welcome Indigenous individuals to apply and/or contact the Sanya'kula Team (Indigenous Recruitment & Employee Experience) for support at indigenous.employment@phsa.ca.

Indigenous-specific anti-racism initiatives are rooted in addressing the unique forms of discrimination, historical and ongoing injustices, and marginalization faced by Indigenous peoples. These initiatives align with an Indigenous rights-based approach, recognizing the inherent rights and self-determination of Indigenous communities. PHSA must uphold legislative obligations and provincial commitments found in the foundational documents such as including Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight (2020), BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), Reclaiming Power and Place Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls Calls for Justice (2019), the Declaration Act Action Plan and Remembering Keegan: A First Nations Case Study.