Family Practitioner/General Practitioner

HealthMatch BC; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative healthcare provider seeks a General Practitioner specializing in Oncology to join a dynamic team at a leading hospital. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact on patient care, particularly for leukemia and bone marrow transplant patients. The successful candidate will work in a collaborative environment, supporting senior specialists while gaining valuable experience in a cutting-edge program. With a commitment to reconciliation and cultural safety, this position not only emphasizes professional development but also prioritizes holistic wellness and community engagement. Join a vibrant city known for its diverse culture and high quality of life.

Benefits

Professional development courses

Comprehensive benefits

Pension plans

Psychological health programs

Holistic wellness resources

Annual holidays (13 days)

Discount programs through WorkPerks

Qualifications

• Eligible for licensure as a family practitioner in British Columbia.
• Hold Canadian certification (FRCP, FRCS, or CCFP) at the time of appointment.

Responsibilities

• Support senior hematologists in caring for leukemia and bone marrow transplant patients.
• Collaborate with fellows-in-training and clinical associates.

Skills

Commitment to reconciliation efforts

Knowledge of social, economic, political factors affecting Indigenous communities

Familiarity with Indigenous Cultural Safety

Education

CPSBC License

CCFP Certification

Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA)

Job description

No previous experience in medical oncology is required; the department will support the successful applicant in developing the requisite expertise for the role.

Qualifications, Education and Skills

Requisites

Current College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia (CPSBC) License
Full Canadian College of Family Practitioners (CCFP) - Mandatory
Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA) - Mandatory

Role and Facility Information

General Practitioner in Oncology, Leukemia/Bone Marrow Transplant

Regular Full-Time (1.0 FTE)

The GPO will support senior hematologists in caring for leukemia and bone marrow transplant patients by providing ongoing care. The candidate will collaborate with leukemia/bone marrow transplant fellows-in-training, clinical associates, and internists involved in the program. Experience in this specialty is desirable but not mandatory.

The Leukemia/BMT Program is an academic, innovative program for managing aggressive hematological malignancies and stem cell transplants (including immune effector cell therapy) at Vancouver General Hospital, Vancouver, BC. It serves British Columbia and Yukon, transplants approximately 300 patients annually, and is the only provincial referral center for adult acute leukemia patients. The program is a joint operation between BC Cancer and Vancouver Coastal Health.

Applicants must be eligible for licensure as a family practitioner in British Columbia, hold Canadian certification (FRCP, FRCS, or CCFP) at the time of appointment, and be suitable for appointment at the University of British Columbia.

Successful candidates will demonstrate:

• Commitment to reconciliation efforts in line with TRC (2015) and BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019).
• Knowledge of social, economic, political, and historical factors affecting Indigenous communities, and familiarity with Indigenous Cultural Safety and anti-racism initiatives (BC DRIPA, TRC, etc.).

What we offer

• Opportunity to provide impactful patient care, supported by health and wellness programs.
• Access to professional development, including over 2,000 courses such as San’yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training and Core Linx Leadership programs.
• Comprehensive benefits, pension plans, psychological health & safety programs, and holistic wellness resources.
• Annual holidays (13 days) with generous vacation entitlements.
• Discount programs through WorkPerks on electronics, entertainment, dining, travel, wellness, and more.

About BC Cancer

BC Cancer offers comprehensive cancer control services across British Columbia, including prevention, screening, diagnosis, treatment, research, education, and supportive care, operating six regional centers and two research facilities. As part of PHSA, BC Cancer is committed to excellence, diversity, and equity in employment and patient care.

Reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples is a shared responsibility, supported by provincial legislation and ongoing efforts to establish sustainable, respectful partnerships.

Applications are reviewed immediately; the position remains open until filled. Vancouver, a vibrant city with a diverse population of two million, offers a high quality of life with cultural, recreational, and natural attractions.