Radiation Oncologist

Permanent Full Time (1.0 FTE)

BC Cancer –

- Surrey Centre

Surrey, BC

BC Cancer - Surrey is a full-service academic cancer center located in the western Fraser Valley. We are seeking permanent radiation oncologists to join our staff of 20 Radiation Oncologists, 4 part time General Practitioners in Oncology and one full time nurse practitioner, working within the provincial Radiation Therapy program at BC Cancer.

Surrey is located approximately 30 kilometres south-east of Vancouver in a rapidly growing, diverse community which is home to both families, universities and a budding, multicultural urban centre.

BC Cancer - Surrey has 5 linear accelerators and an orthovoltage unit. We treat all tumor sites and offer comprehensive Stereotactic services including specific SRS, thoracic, liver/abdomen, spine and GU stereotactic teams. SABR treatment of primary cancers (e.g. lung, liver, prostate) and oligometastatic / oligoprogressive disease is provided. Prostate and Gynecologic brachytherapy is planned on-site and delivered at the Abbotsford centre about 35 km away.

Our department has an active academic program. The successful applicant will be expected to deliver excellent patient care, be involved in teaching of medical students and residents, and carry out clinical research.

We offer a strong multidisciplinary clinical trials group and have wide ranging research opportunities through local collaborations with Surrey Memorial Hospital, University of British Columbia and Simon Fraser University, as well as Provincial projects through the BC Cancer tumor groups and outcomes units. Career enhancements opportunities are plentiful with participation in education and patient care quality improvement projects.

Disease site coverage is negotiable for the suitable candidate. While this is primarily a clinical position, we can accommodate individuals with special interests in research, education or administration. We are looking for individuals who are collegial and work well with our existing team.

The successful applicant will be recommended for a clinical appointment in the Division of Radiation Oncology, Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine at UBC and will have privileges through both the Provincial Health Services Authority, and our partner health authority at the Surrey Memorial Hospital.

Requirements 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 Surrey Memorial 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:

Adeline Chan

Physician Recruitment

Email: [email protected]

All candidates, including from outside of Canada, are encouraged to apply.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

The PHSA is 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.

Equity, diversity and inclusion

PHSA &

- BC Cancer are committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and reconciliation. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, people of diverse gender identities or expressions, and members of other equity-seeking groups.

The successful candidate will also demonstrate a commitment to beginning and continuing their personal learning journey related to Indigenous-specific racism and dismantling systems of oppression, as well as addressing racism more broadly. Shows willingness to articulate and share their learning experiences to contribute to a culture of motivation and inspiration among peers.

As a strong asset for consideration, we are looking for our successful candidate to have: Foundational knowledge of the social, economic, and political realities of settler-colonialism and its impacts on Indigenous peoples and equity-deserving groups within social and health contexts. Understands the impact of social determinants of health-on-health outcomes. Shows a commitment to learning about and upholding legislative obligations and provincial commitments outlined in foundational documents such as the 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, Remembering Keegan: A First Nations Case Study, the BC Human Rights Code, Anti-Racism Data Act, and the Distinctions Based Approach

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 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. For more information about BC Cancer, please visit the website at: www.bccancer.bc.ca

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 setting. 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 [email protected].

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.

📌 Radiation Oncologist - BC Cancer - Surrey
🏢 Provincial Health Services Authority
📍 Surrey