Radiologist/Nuclear Medicine Physician in Oncologic Imaging

Alberta Health Services; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cross Cancer Institute seeks a Radiologist/Nuclear Medicine Physician with expertise in oncologic imaging and dual certification in radiology and nuclear medicine. The position offers opportunities for clinical practice alongside academic involvement, reflecting the importance of comprehensive cancer care in Edmonton. Compensation starts at a competitive rate based on training and experience, with additional relocation support available.

Benefits

Relocation Support of up to CAD 10,000

Insurance support during relocation

Immigration support if required

Strategic recruitment incentives

Qualifications

• Candidates must be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta.
• Aptitude for multimodality image guided biopsies and venous access procedures is a bonus.
• Position includes components of academic/teaching and administration.

Responsibilities

• Report general nuclear medicine studies including PET/CT and PET/MR.
• Potential for joining therapy team for peptide receptor radioligand therapy.
• Serve as comprehensive cancer treatment and research physician.

Skills

Cross-sectional imaging

Oncologic imaging

General radiology

Education

Dual certification in radiology and nuclear medicine

FRCPC status preferred

Job description

Radiologist/Nuclear Medicine Physician in Oncologic Imaging

Radiologist/Nuclear Medicine Phtysician in Oncologic Imaging

The Cross Cancer Institute, in conjunction with the University of Alberta and Alberta Health Services, is seeking a physician with dual certification in radiology and nuclear medicine to join the current group of 18 imaging physicians. Strong skills in cross-sectional imaging (CT, MRI, and ultrasound), oncologic imaging, and general radiology are a requirement. The candidate will report general nuclear medicine studies as well as PET/CT and PET/MR. Potential for joining the therapy team for peptide receptor radioligand therapy (PRRT) for those who are interested. An aptitude for, and additional training in, multimodality image guided biopsies and venous access procedures would be a bonus.

Candidates must be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta. FRCPC status is preferred. The Cross Cancer Institute serves as the comprehensive cancer treatment and research facility for Edmonton and all of Northern Alberta. The position is predominantly clinical but will include academic / teaching / administration components. Candidates would have an academic appointment within the Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry at the University of Alberta. The starting income will be commensurate with the level of training and experience.

This position will be eligible for the Labor Market Impact Assessment process and AHS Sponsorship for CPSA Practice Readiness Assessment.

Consideration of applications will continue until the position is filled. Interested applicants should arrange to have a current curriculum vitae as well as the names of three references forwarded to:

Diagnostic Radiologist, Diagnostic Imaging Physician
Acting Facility Clinical Department Site Chief, Diagnostic Imaging
Cross Cancer Institute,11560 University Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta. T6G 1Z2

Email: [e-mail] and apply to doctorjobsalberta.com posting MED0003KX.

*All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.Alberta Health Services respects, appreciates and encourages diversity

Additional Information

• Position Classification: Full-time
• FTE: 1
• Unit and Program: Oncology, Cancer Care Alberta, CCI
• Compensation: Compensation will be commensurate with the level of training and experience and will comply with the agreement between Cancer Care Alberta, AHS and the Alberta Medical Association.Additional support from Cancer Care Alberta:CCA provides a recruitment support that includes the following conditional on leadership approval:1. Relocation Support: up to $10,000 for recruits within North America and up to $15,000 for recruits outside North America.2. AHS Sponsorship Support if required.3. Immigration (work permit visa support) if required.4. Strategic recruitment Incentive.
• Community Info:

  Edmonton has been ranked as one of the top 10 places to live in Canada (of over 200 cities), beating out better known contenders such as Toronto and Vancouver, based on criteria such as affordability, employment, wealth statistics, access to medical care, and public transportation. The city boasts wide ethnic diversity, fine restaurants, extensive arts and cultural opportunities, and was even named as the Cultural Capital of Canada in recent years. As one of Canada's sunniest cities, Edmonton is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. In addition to the city's extensive urban park system surrounding the North Saskatchewan River, Banff and Jasper National Parks are both an easy drive away.

• Posting Date: Jan 6, 2025
• Posting Status: Open until a suitable candidate is found

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