Role and Facility Information

Program Medical Director, Supportive Care

Regular Part –Time 0.5 FTE (Clinical rate will be matched if there is an existing clinical agreement in place.)

BC Cancer, Vancouver





Working towards a world free from cancer, BC Cancer has a mandate that covers the entire spectrum of cancer care, from prevention and screening to diagnosis, treatment and survivorship.



BC Cancer is seeking to fill the position of Program Medical Director, Supportive Care. The successful applicant will be responsible for program development and overall quality of services for Supportive Care across the province as part of high quality, patient centered interdisciplinary care in collaboration with the CO-Chairs and members of the Provincial Supportive Care Network Team Committee, Senior Executive Medical Directors and Executive Directors at BC Cancer, and other professional practice and provincial leaders. The Program Medical Director provides overall leadership within BC Cancer for Supportive Care including psychiatry, speech and language pathology, nutrition, pain and symptom management, palliative care, counselling, physiotherapy, spiritual care, music therapy etc.


Other key relationships include: Supportive Care leads in the Heath Authorities, Tumor Group Council Chair, Executive Director Provincial Programs at BC Cancer, Supportive Care leaders at BC Cancer.



The successful candidate will be a Pathologist with current (or eligibility for) registration with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of BC and will possess:

Physician who graduated from an approved medical school with certification from an approved residency training program with a minimum of 8 years of experience.
Minimum of 3 years of successful leadership and/or administrative experience in a relevant health care environment. Executive or leadership training (e.g. MBA, PMI or equivalent) is considered to be an asset.
Working knowledge in an area of Supportive Care.
Eligibility for or licensing by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of BC.
Eligibility for or current appointment to the medical staff of BC Cancer.
You have:

Awareness of and commitment to learning and understanding the Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s 94 Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight Report (2020), BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), and other related reports.
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.).


As per the current Public Health Order, full vaccination against COVID-19 is a condition of employment with PHSA as of October 26, 2021.





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.


Applications, accompanied by a cover letter and detailed curriculum vitae should be addressed to:



Adeline Chan,
Advisor, Talent Acquisition – Physician and Scientific Recruitment
Provincial Health Services Authority

To formally apply, please create a Health Match BC profile at https://www.healthmatchbc.org/Register.aspx and your account will then be assigned to one of the Health Match BC recruitment consultants. Please ensure that you upload your current CV and compose a message to indicate which position you are applying for and provide any supplemental documentation (ie,. Cover letter and references) for them to include in your formal application/referral.


Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.



What we do


BC Cancer provides comprehensive cancer control for the people of British Columbia. BC Cancer 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.



BC Cancer is a program of the Provincial Health Services Authority. (PHSA), which 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. You will be part of a network of more than 2,700 specialized physicians who impact patient care daily, within the largest network of tertiary services in B.C. Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include: Respect people – Be compassionate – Dare to innovate – Cultivate partnerships – Serve with purpose.



The PHSA and BC Cancer are committed to employment equity and diversity and hires on the basis of merit. 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. 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.



Reconciliation is an ongoing process and a shared responsibility for all of us. The BC Governments’ unanimous passage of the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act was a significant step forward in this journey—one that all health authorities are expected to support as we work in cooperation with Indigenous Peoples to establish a clear and sustainable path to lasting reconciliation. True reconciliation will take time and ongoing commitment to work with Indigenous Peoples as they move toward self-determination. Guiding these efforts Crown agencies must remain focused on creating opportunities that implement the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Mandate.



Learn more about PHSA and our programs: jobs.phsa.ca/programs-and-services



For more information about the BC Cancer, please visit the website at: www.bccancer.bc.ca

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