General Surgery

HealthMatch BC; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare institution as a Surgical Oncology and Reconstructive Surgeon. This role involves providing advanced surgical care while contributing to research and education in the field of Head and Neck Surgery. The position offers a unique opportunity to work collaboratively with a dedicated team at a leading academic institution, ensuring exceptional patient care and fostering the next generation of medical professionals. If you have a passion for surgical innovation and education, this is the perfect opportunity to make a significant impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Current CPSBC license and CCFP certification are mandatory.
• At least one-year accredited fellowship in Head and Neck Surgical Oncology.

Responsibilities

• Provide tertiary and quaternary level surgical care in Head and Neck Oncology.
• Play an integral role in clinical and surgical teaching at UBC.

Skills

Head and Neck Surgical Oncology

Microvascular Reconstruction

Transoral Robotic Surgery (TORS)

Exceptional Interpersonal Skills

Collaborative Skills

Education

Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of Canada (FRCPC)

Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Canada (FRCSC)

Master’s Degree in Head and Neck Research

Job description

Role and Facility Information

Come work as a Surgical Oncology and Reconstructive Surgeon with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)!

The University of British Columbia and the Division of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery in Vancouver invite applications for an academic Head and Neck Surgical Oncology and Reconstructive Surgeon, with a Clinical Faculty appointment in the UBC Department of Surgery.

The individual we seek will provide tertiary and quaternary level Head and Neck Surgical Oncology and Reconstructive Surgical care (0.6 FTE), with a commitment to, track record of, and expertise in Head and Neck Oncology Research (0.4 FTE). Clinically, the applicant must demonstrate comfort with managing complex clinical and surgical head and neck oncology patients, including mucosal, salivary gland, and endocrine surgery, as well as expertise in transoral robotic surgery (TORS) and microvascular reconstruction.

The Division of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of British Columbia, is involved in undergraduate and postgraduate programs. The applicant is expected to play an integral role in both didactic and clinical/surgical teaching and further the research mandate of the Division.

On-call services will cover the Vancouver General Hospital and Providence Health Care facilities (Mount St. Joseph’s and St. Paul’s Hospitals) and be available for tertiary/quaternary referral services for the province. Payment is a fee-for-service model through the Medical Services Plan of B.C. The first two years of the 0.4 FTE academic component will have guaranteed funding, after which the candidate is expected to source funding for the academic component of the FTE.

Qualifications

Education, Licensing, & Experience:

• Current College of Physicians of BC (CPSBC) license - Mandatory
• Canadian College of Family Practitioners (CCFP) - Mandatory
• Canadian College of Family Practitioners (CCFP) – Emergency Medicine
• Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of Canada (FRCPC) - Mandatory
• Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Canada (FRCSC)
• Expertise in managing complex Head and Neck Surgical Oncology and Reconstruction, with at least a one-year accredited fellowship through either a Canadian or American Head and Neck Surgical Oncology Fellowship program.
• Expertise with TORS, Microvascular Reconstruction, or Facial Reanimation is preferred.
• At least a Master’s level degree in a discipline related to Head and Neck Research, such as machine learning/artificial intelligence, translational medicine, or clinical research.

Knowledge & Abilities:

• Exceptional interpersonal and collaborative skills
• Ability to advance the clinical and academic productivity and strategic goals of the UBC Division of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
• Commitment to providing exceptional educational experiences for trainees, including UBC medical students, OHNS residents, and fellows
• Certification in Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (or equivalent) and licensure or eligibility to practice in British Columbia

Please note that a resume and cover letter are required to apply for this position.