Gyneco-Oncologist

DEPARTMENT: Oncologists

ANTICIPATED START DATE: 02 Sep 2024

BARGAINING UNIT: Physician

JOB TYPE: Permanent full-time

SCHEDULE: Day, On Call, 8 and 12-hour shifts. Work schedule may be changed to meet operational needs.

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS: Bilingual essential

NOTE: Applicants must attach a resume to their application.

JOB SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Regional Gyneco-Oncology Division Head and the Medical Director for the area, the gyneco-oncologist focuses on the study and treatment of gynecological cancer. The gyneco-oncologist practises in various clinical contexts to provide a wide range of medical care to patients having received a confirmed or suspected gynecological cancer diagnosis. The gyneco-oncologist provides individualized care and support to adult patients and their loved ones throughout their disease trajectory. The gynecological cancer continuum includes health promotion, prevention measures, screening, initial assessment and diagnosis of gynecological cancer, medical and surgical treatments, survival and follow-up as well as supportive, palliative and end-of-life care. The gyneco-oncologist works on interdisciplinary teams to develop an evidence-based multimodal therapeutic approach. The gyneco-oncologist also works with other health professionals to deliver diversified and comprehensive care to gynecological cancer patients and their loved ones.

To ensure adequate service coverage, the Gyneco-oncologist participates in an on-call rotation during statutory holidays, weekends, and evenings in which surgical inpatient services are provided.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Degree from a recognized medical school and residency granting a licence in Gyneco-Oncologist. A recognized medical school is a school that meets the following criterium:

• • Accredited by the Committee on Accreditation of Canadian Medical Schools (CACMS) or the Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME) (in the United States); OR

• • Listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools with a note for Canada under the Sponsor Notes tab.

• Recognized certification in obstetrics and gynecology from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada;
• Recognized certification in gyneco-oncology from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada;
• Licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of New Brunswick;
• Active membership in the Canadian Medical Protective Association or equivalent liability insurance association;
• Membership with the New Brunswick Medical Society;
• Privileges with Vitalité Health Network;
• Registration with New Brunswick Medicare;
• One to three years' experience will be considered an asset;
• Any other combination of training and experience deemed relevant and equivalent could be considered;
• Ability to remain calm;
• Organizational skills;
• Effective time management skills;
• Ability to set priorities;
• Patient service mindset;
• Tact, adaptability;
• Sound judgment;
• Problem-solving skills;
• Attention to detail;
• Initiative, creativity, sense of responsibility;
• Interest in increasing personal knowledge;
• Ability to communicate with colleagues, patients, families and visitors with tact and courtesy;
• Ability to guide medical learners and to teach;
• Interest in research;
• Intellectual curiosity;
• Research methodology skills;
• Written communication skills in the scientific and medical fields;
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team;
• Physical ability to perform assigned work;
• Good work history (performance and attendance).

NOTES:

1. The salary for this position is salary-based.
2. Moving expenses allowance.
3. Possibility of a recruitment incentive depending on eligibility, as determined by the Department of Health (return of service required).
4. This job is also posted on NBhealthjobs.
5. For more information about Vitalite Health Network, please visit the Network's website.
6. For more information about the community, please visit the city's website https://www.moncton.ca/
   

• The above requirements may be verified through oral, written or practical tests during the selection process.
• Should there be no fully qualified applicants, this position will not necessarily be reposted. If you wish to be considered for this position and meet most of the requirements, you are encouraged to apply at this time.
• The employer reserves the right to shorten or extend temporary assignments for operational reasons.
• We thank all applicants. However, only those selected will be contacted.