Medical Oncologist
BC Cancer – Victoria
Locum
Victoria, BC, Canada
BC Cancer is recognized internationally for excellence in cancer care, research, and education. At the Victoria centre, physicians practise within a comprehensive cancer program that includes Medical Oncology, Radiation Oncology, Palliative Care, and a wide range of supportive services such as Nutrition, Clinical Trials, and Patient and Family Counseling. The centre also partners closely with community oncology clinics— including Nanaimo, BC—so patients can access systemic therapy and follow‑up care closer to home. This integrated, team‑based model allows physicians to work collaboratively while delivering high‑quality care to patients across Vancouver Island.
We are seeking a medical oncologist to support a locum opportunity within a collaborative, patient‑centred care team. The successful candidate will contribute to high‑quality clinical care and may also participate in research, administrative, and educational activities.
Physicians at BC Cancer – Victoria work in a collegial environment where teaching, innovation, and continuous improvement are encouraged. The centre is actively involved in clinical trials and quality initiatives, offering opportunities to engage in research, education, and program development. New team members join a culture that values partnership, work‑life balance, and a shared commitment to improving outcomes for patients and families.
You have obtained, or are in the process of completing, Fellowship standing with the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada in Internal Medicine, along with a Certificate of Special Competence in Medical Oncology. You must be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia and meet the credentialing requirements of the BC Cancer Professional Advisory Committee. In addition, you should qualify for a clinical appointment in the Division of Medical Oncology, Department of Medicine, at the University of British Columbia. Eligibility for a valid license to practise medicine in Canada is required.
Successful candidates will have:
- Commitment to upholding the shared responsibility of creating lasting and meaningful reconciliation in Canada as per TRC (2015) and BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019).
- Knowledge of social, economic, political and historical realities impacting indigenous communities and familiarity with Indigenous Cultural Safety and anti-racism and accompanying reports (BC DRIPA, TRC, etc.).
About Victoria
Victoria is the capital of British Columbia and sits on the southern tip of Vancouver Island, surrounded by the Juan de Fuca and Haro straits. It’s the island’s largest urban centre and is well known for having the mildest winters in Canada. With its many parks, gardens, and green spaces, it has earned the nickname “the garden city.”
Victoria offers a lively mix of outdoor activities, arts and culture, and a strong, diverse economy. The community values sustainability, health, and overall well‑being, creating an environment where people feel welcomed and supported. It’s an ideal place for physicians and their families to enjoy a balanced and fulfilling lifestyle.
To apply, please send a letter expressing your interest along with your curriculum vitae to:
Shelley Dutchin
Physician Recruiter, Talent Acquisition
[email protected]
Applications will be reviewed immediately, and the position will remain open until it is filled.
What we bring
Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future. That’s why we’re focused on your care too – offering health, wellness, development programs to support you – at work and at home.
- Join one of BC’s largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations – offering vast opportunities for growth, development, and recognition programs that honour the commitment and contribution of all employees.
- Access to professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs, including +2,000 courses, such as our San’yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training course, or Core Linx for Leadership roles.
- Salaried Physicians enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan, and psychological health & safety programs and holistic wellness resources.
- Salaried Physicians receive annual statutory holidays (13) with generous vacation entitlement and accruement.
- Access to WorkPerks, a premium discount program offering a wide range of local and national discounts on electronics, entertainment, dining, travel, wellness, apparel, and more.
What we do
BC Cancer provides comprehensive cancer control for the people of British Columbia.
BC Cancer (www.bccancer.bc.ca) is committed to reducing the incidence of cancer, reducing the mortality from cancer, and improving the quality of life of those living with cancer. BC Cancer provides a comprehensive cancer control program for the people of British Columbia in partnership with regional health authorities to deliver a range of cancer services, which include prevention, screening and early detection, diagnosis and treatment, research, education, supportive care, rehabilitation and palliative care. It operates six regional cancer centres in Surrey, Kelowna, Vancouver, Victoria, Abbotsford and Prince George, along with two research centres that conduct research into the causes and cures for cancer.
The Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA) plans, manages and evaluates specialized health services with the BC health authorities to provide equitable and cost-effective health care for people throughout the province. Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include: Respect people – Be compassionate – Dare to innovate – Create equity – Be courageous.
For more information on all that the PHSA has to offer, please visit: http://careers.phsa.ca
For more information about BC Cancer, please visit: www.bccancer.bc.ca
PHSA and BC Cancer are committed to employment equity and diversity and hires on the basis of merit. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including visible minority group members, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. Citizens and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority. We recognize that our ability to provide the best care for our diverse patient populations relies on a rich diversity of skills, knowledge, background and experience, and value a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment.
One of PHSA’s North Star priorities is to eradicate Indigenous-specific racism, which includes ongoing commitments to Indigenous recruitment and employee experience as well as dismantling barriers to health care employment at every level. We welcome Indigenous individuals to apply and/or contact the Sanya’k̓ula Team (Indigenous Recruitment & Employee Experience) for support at [email protected].
Indigenous-specific anti-racism initiatives are rooted in addressing the unique forms of discrimination, historical and ongoing injustices, and exclusion faced by Indigenous peoples. These initiatives align with an Indigenous rights-based approach, recognizing the inherent rights and title of BC First Nations and self-determination of all First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities. PHSA is mandated to uphold legislative obligations and provincial commitments found in the foundational documents including the Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight (2020), BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), Reclaiming Power and Place Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls Calls for Justice (2019), the Declaration Act Action Plan and Remembering Keegan: A First Nations Case Study.
