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The Saskatchewan Cancer Agency operates prevention and early detection programs, conducts innovative research and provides safe, patient and family-centred care at the Saskatoon Cancer Centre in Saskatoon and the Saskatoon Cancer Centre.
Our medical oncologists provide care as members of teams, which include nurses, pharmacists, radiation therapists, oncologists, surgeons, social workers, volunteers and palliative care staff. Cancer care is extended to surrounding communities through the Community Oncology Program of Saskatchewan. Participation on clinical trials in collaboration with cooperative groups and industry is a major focus of activity for our oncologists. They are members of cooperative clinical trial groups as Alliance, NCIC CTG, and NRG. Our oncologists are also involved in teaching medical students and residents.
We are looking for a medical oncologist for a permanent position in Saskatoon. Interest in gynecological oncology is an asset. Preferred candidates will have obtained or be in the process of working towards Fellowship standing in Medical Oncology with the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada or have an equivalent education, training and experience. Our oncologists are eligible for a clinical appointment in the Division of Oncology, College of Medicine at the local university.
Essential Skills
- Reading text
- Document use
- Writing
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Critical thinking
- Job task planning and organizing
- Finding information
- Computer use
- Continuous learning
- Significant use of memory
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
- Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada Certification Examination
- Medical Council of Canada Examination (LMCC I and LMCC II)
- Licensure by provincial or territorial authorities
Additional Skills
- Prepare research papers for publication and presentation
- Conduct medical research
Specific Skills
- Act as consultants to other physicians
- Study the nature, cause and development of diseases and the structural and functional changes caused by diseases
- Prescribe medication and treatment
- Order laboratory tests, X-rays and other diagnostic procedures
- Diagnose and treat diseases and disorders
- Determine appropriate surgical procedures
Work Setting
- Hospital (staff position)
Specialization in Clinical Medicine
- Medical oncology