Radiation Oncologist – BC Cancer Kelowna

Job title: Radiation Oncologist – BC Cancer Kelowna

Company: Provincial Health Services Authority

Job description: Radiation Oncologist

BC Cancer – Kelowna, BC

Permanent

BC Cancer – Kelowna is a full-service academic cancer center serving the whole Interior Region of British Columbia. We are seeking a radiation oncologist to join our staff of 15 Radiation Oncologists and one General Practitioner in Oncology, working within the provincial Radiation Therapy program at BC Cancer.

BC Cancer – Kelowna has 5 linear accelerators, including 2 with high resolution multileaf collimation and 6 degrees of freedom couch, one orthovoltage unit, 2 CT simulators and a diagnostic CT-PET. Our Brachytherapy Program is known internationally for its work in prostate, breast and gynecologic malignancy and development of new techniques and applicators. Our Stereotactic Program offers treatment for all sites, including liver and spine.

Our department has an active academic program; the successful applicant will be expected to deliver excellent patient care, be involved in teaching and clinical research. Participation within the provincial tumour groups is encouraged. The successful applicant will have a clinical appointment at UBC Faculty of Medicine, Department of Surgery, Division of Radiation Oncology, and will have privileges through both the Provincial Health Services Authority, and our partner health authority at the Kelowna General Hospital.

Kelowna is the gateway to the Okanagan Valley, surrounded by lakes and mountains, wineries and craft breweries. It is known for its long hot sunny summers and abundance of fresh powder snow in the mountains in the winter. The only place where one can ski in the morning and sail in the afternoon.

The successful applicant must be eligible for licensure in British Columbia, must have obtained a Fellowship in Radiation Oncology from the RCPSC or hold an equivalent qualification by the time of appointment, and must meet the requirements for appointment to medical staff of BC Cancer and Royal Jubilee Hospital. Canadian Immigration regulations accord preference to Canadian citizens and landed immigrants.

All qualified applicants may apply by sending their curriculum vitae and the names and contact information of three references in confidence to

Dr. Francois Bachand

Head, Department of Radiation Oncology

BC Cancer – Kelowna

Email: fbachand@bccancer.bc.ca

Phone: 250-519-5575

Closing date for applications: January 29, 2021

BC Cancer 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.

We hire on the basis of merit and encourage all qualified applicants to apply. We recognize that our ability to provide the best care for our diverse patient populations relies on a rich diversity of skills, knowledge, backgrounds and experiences. We strive to create a safe and welcoming environment where everyone can come to work and be their best, authentic self. Citizens and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority.

Labor Agreement
Requisition # 2349859
Work Site
Job Type Regular, Full-Time
FTE 1.00
Hours of Work
Work Days
Expiry Date 14-Feb-2021

Expected salary:

Location: Kelowna, BC

Job date: Sun, 17 Jan 2021 00:25:12 GMT