Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Geriatric Oncology - BC Cancer Vancouver

**Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Geriatric Oncology** Temporary, Part-Time (0.2 FTE for 18 months starting March 2027) BC Cancer – Vancouver Centre Vancouver, BC The Geriatric Oncology clinic (Access Clinic- Ageing, Cancer Care and Support) based out of BC Cancer-Vancouver is looking to hire a geriatric medicine specialist to support patients in our novel Geriatric Oncology clinic (Access Clinic- Ageing, Cancer Care and Support). This is a first of its kind clinic in Canada, planned to start in March 2027. A full-time Clinical nurse specialist, social worker and clerical staff provide support to this role. Reporting to the Executive Medical Director for Vancouver Centre and the Program Medical Director for Supportive Care, with work directed by the Geriatric Oncology Clinic, the incumbent will provide consultations and limited follow ups to patients seen in the clinic. Assessment will include evaluation of mobility, safety at home, cognitive status, polypharmacy, social supports, mental health and other foci as appropriate or as directed by the clinic. Teaching and research opportunities will be available. **Qualifications:** You have obtained Fellowship standing in the Royal College of Physicians & Surgeons of Canada in Internal Medicine, or equivalent; and one year of added competency in Geriatric Medicine or Geriatric Medicine subspecialty. You must also be eligible for licensing with the College of Physicians & Surgeons of British Columbia and meet the requirements of credentialing by the Professional Advisory Committee of BC Cancer. You **must** be eligible for a valid license to practice medicine and work in Canada to apply. **All Candidates, including from outside of Canada, are encouraged to apply.** **Applicants trained outside of Canada are encouraged to submit their CV to determine licensing eligibility.** **To apply, please send a letter expressing your interest along with your curriculum vitae to:** Adeline Chan Physician recruitment Adeline.chan1@phsa.ca **Applications will be reviewed immediately, and the position will remain open until it is filled.** *The PHSA is 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.* **Equity, diversity and inclusion** PHSA & BC Cancer are committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and reconciliation. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, people of diverse gender identities or expressions, and members of other equity-seeking groups. The successful candidate will also demonstrate a commitment to beginning and continuing their personal learning journey related to Indigenous-specific racism