Radiation Oncologist - BC Cancer - Surrey, BC (2+ positions)

BC Cancer; Surrey; On-site; CAD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a pioneering academic cancer center as a Radiation Oncologist in Surrey, BC, where you will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to providing exceptional patient care. This role offers the chance to engage in teaching, clinical research, and multidisciplinary trials, all while working in a supportive and innovative environment. With multiple positions available, you will have the opportunity to focus on various disease sites and collaborate with esteemed institutions. If you are passionate about making a difference in cancer care and thrive in a collegial atmosphere, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Eligible for licensure in BC and Fellowship in Radiation Oncology.
• Experience in clinical trials and multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Deliver excellent patient care and participate in teaching.
• Engage in clinical research and quality improvement projects.

Skills

Radiation Oncology

Patient Care

Clinical Research

Teaching Medical Students

Education

Fellowship in Radiation Oncology

Medical Degree

Job description

Radiation Oncologist

BC Cancer - Surrey Centre

Location: Surrey, BC

Position: Permanent Full Time (2+ positions, 1.0 FTE each)

BC Cancer - Surrey is a full-service academic cancer center in the western Fraser Valley. We seek permanent radiation oncologists to join our team of 17 Radiation Oncologists, 3 part-time General Practitioners in Oncology, and a full-time nurse practitioner, working within the provincial Radiation Therapy program at BC Cancer.

Surrey, located approximately 30 km southeast of Vancouver, is a diverse, rapidly growing community with families, universities, and a vibrant urban center.

Our department features 5 linear accelerators and an orthovoltage unit. We treat all tumor sites, offering comprehensive Stereotactic services including SRS, thoracic, liver/abdomen, spine, and GU stereotactic teams. We provide SABR treatments for primary cancers and oligometastatic/oligoprogressive disease. Prostate and Gynecologic brachytherapy are planned on-site and delivered at the Abbotsford center, about 35 km away.

The department has an active academic program. The successful candidate will deliver excellent patient care, participate in teaching medical students and residents, and engage in clinical research. We offer robust multidisciplinary clinical trials and research opportunities through collaborations with Surrey Memorial Hospital, UBC, SFU, and provincial projects via BC Cancer tumor groups and outcomes units. Career development opportunities include education and quality improvement projects.

We have multiple positions available, with negotiable disease site coverage for suitable candidates. We seek collegial individuals who work well with our team. The successful applicant will be recommended for a clinical appointment with the Division of Radiation Oncology, Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine at UBC, with privileges through the Provincial Health Services Authority and Surrey Memorial Hospital.

Applicants must be eligible for licensure in BC, have obtained a Fellowship in Radiation Oncology from the RCPSC or an equivalent qualification by the appointment date, and meet BC Cancer and Surrey Memorial Hospital medical staff requirements. Canadian citizens and landed immigrants are preferred. Qualified applicants should send CV and three references to:

Adeline Chan
Physician Recruitment
Email: [e-mail]

Application deadline: April 14, 2025

About BC Cancer

BC Cancer aims to reduce cancer incidence and mortality and improve quality of life for those living with cancer. It provides comprehensive cancer control services across BC, including prevention, screening, diagnosis, treatment, research, education, supportive care, rehabilitation, and palliative care. It operates six regional centers and two research centers.

As part of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA), BC Cancer is committed to excellence, respect, compassion, innovation, partnership, and purpose-driven service. We promote equity and inclusion in our hiring practices and encourage applications from marginalized groups, including Indigenous peoples, supporting initiatives to eradicate Indigenous-specific racism. For support, contact [e-mail].