GP Oncology Locum - Owen Sound, ON

Opportunity Brightshores Health System (Brightshores) Cancer Centre is seeking locum GP-Oncology physicians to work with our existing team of Medical Oncologists/Hematologists and experienced Nurse Practitioner. Ideally, we are seeking GP-Oncology support for the next three to six months, with the potential to continue into a future regular rotation. Practice mix to include primarily out-patient consultations and follow-up, with the opportunity for inpatient care support also available. Brightshores Health System http://www.brightshores.ca Brightshores operates six hospitals in the Grey Bruce region with its Level 2 regional referral hospital located in the City of Owen Sound. A full range of specialty services are offered through the Departments of Anaesthesia, Diagnostic Imaging, Obstetrics/Gynecology, Oncology, Hospitalist Medicine, Internal Medicine, Pathology, Paediatrics, Psychiatry and Surgery (ENT, General Surgery, Ophthalmology, Orthopaedics, Urology). Thriving rural hospitals are located in the communities of Lion’s Head, Markdale, Meaford, Southampton and Wiarton, servicing a range of ambulatory, in-patient and emergency needs. Service Delivery The Brightshores Cancer Centre is a well-integrated and highly regarded cancer center in Ontario. It provides cancer care to a population of over 170,000 residents of Grey Bruce. Disease sites cared for at Brightshores include breast, lung, GI, GU, Gyne, skin, neuroendocrine tumor and hematologic malignancies as well as benign diagnoses. The medical oncology program is well established, with trained staff and collaborative allied healthcare professionals, including social workers, dietician and drug access navigator. On-site, the Chemo Suite has 16 chairs that provide infusion and advanced treatments with experienced staff. An excellent palliative care team, including two palliative care physicians who provide consultative care, further support Brightshores Cancer patients, along with two dedicated pharmacists. Brightshores also provides a Diagnostic Assessment Program (DAP) for thoracic and GU malignancies. Tertiary partners for the Brightshores Cancer Centre are based in London, Ontario. Brightshores is a strong supporter of medical education with various medical student and resident placements rotating through the Oncology program. Requirements Qualifications Interested candidates must hold applicable CFPC designation and GP-Oncology certification, or applicable work experience. Independent license to practice in Ontario (College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario) and valid malpractice insurance. Eligible OHIP billing number. Benefits Compensation Provincial Alternate Funding Plan Agreement for Oncologists as a Service Extender (weekly rates). Locum travel support and accommodation provided. Community Information The Grey Bruce area is known for its scenic beauty overlooking Georgian Bay and Lake Huron, yet is only two hours from Pearson International Airport. Working in Owen Sound will afford you an inviting lifestyle that includes all season recreational activities, a thriving arts community and excellent schools.