Description
BC Cancer – Multiple Locations Across British Columbia, Canada
Regular Full-Time
BC Cancer is seeking dedicated Radiation Oncologists to join our provincial Radiation Therapy program. Opportunities are available across our regional cancer centres located in Vancouver, Victoria, Surrey, Abbotsford, Kelowna, and Prince George. BC Cancer delivers a comprehensive cancer control program for the people of British Columbia and provides care in close partnership with regional health authorities.
About BC Cancer
BC Cancer is committed to reducing the incidence of cancer, reducing mortality, and improving quality of life for those living with cancer. As the province’s primary cancer care provider, we offer prevention, screening and early detection, diagnosis, treatment, research, education, supportive care, rehabilitation, survivorship and palliative care. Our centres operate within a fully integrated provincial model, ensuring consistent, evidencebased, and patientcentred care.
Role Summary
Radiation Oncologists at BC Cancer provide highquality clinical care across a range of tumour sites within a multidisciplinary environment. Disease site coverage varies by centre and may include common and complex malignancies such as breast, lung, gastrointestinal, head and neck, genitourinary, gynecologic, CNS, and additional solid tumours.
In this role, you will:
- Deliver evidencebased radiation oncology care within a collaborative team setting.
- Participate in resident and medical student education and support the centre’s academic mandate.
- Engage in clinical research, clinical trials, and qualityimprovement initiatives aligned with our provincial programs.
- Contribute to standardized provincial care pathways and tumourgroup activities.
Benefits
In Canada, employment benefits are a mix of mandatory and optional perks provided by employers to their employees. BC Cancer provides a full range of health and wellness benefits to employees, such as Medical Services Plan (MSP), Pacific Blue Cross (PBC) Dental & Extended Health, Pension Plans, Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, and Long Term Disability.
- Medical Services Plan (MSP): Medical benefits as part of the national health care system
- Canadian Pension Plan (CPP): Mandatory contributions fund retirement and other benefits
- Employment Insurance (EI): Temporary income support to unemployed workers
- Workers' Compensation: This insurance covers employees who are injured on the job
Salaried physician benefits include:
- Extended Health and Dental Coverage
- Flexible Paid Time Off including: vacation days, sick leave, maternity/parental leave, stat holidays
- Retirement Savings Plan: defined benefit pension plan
- Conference Attendance Allowance
- Special Education Research Program (SERP)
- Professional Expense Allowance (PEA)
- Professional Liability Coverage is available
Whether you prefer an urban environment, oceanfront living, or mountainoriented outdoor recreation, BC offers an exceptional quality of life. Physicians enjoy excellent worklife balance with access to yearround recreation—skiing, hiking, sailing, beaches, and vibrant cultural life across the province.
Requirements
Applicants must:
- Be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia.
- Hold a Fellowship in Radiation Oncology (FRCPC) or an equivalent recognized qualification.
- Meet the requirements for appointment to the medical staff of BC Cancer and partnering health authorities.
New! BC now offers a streamlined licensure pathway for UStrained physicians. Under CPSBC bylaw changes effective July7,2025, candidates who completed ACGMEaccredited training and hold ABMS certification can qualify for full licensure in BC without additional exams or assessments.
