Associate Physician - Cancer Care Program

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Req ID: 228062
Location: Central Zone, Halifax Infirmary Robie Street Entrance - QEII 
Department: MED Clinical Assistants
Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT (100%) x 1 
Management/Non Union Position
Posting Closing Date: 28-Oct-26

About the Opportunity

The Associate Physician Cancer Care is a licensed (Associate Physician) physician employed by Nova Scotia Health to provide clinical care under the supervision of a fully licensed physician. This position is assigned to the Cancer Care Program and provides medical care under direct supervision of the Associate Physician Program Director for the Cancer Care Program and indirectly to the Executive Medical Director through the Central Zone Director, Medical Affairs. Participation in the call schedule is required. 

Functions as a member of the team of Associate Physician for Hematology Oncology, Gynecology Oncology, Radiation Oncology and Medical Oncology services that rotate through ambulatory and inpatient cancer care

Liaises with nurses, house staff, attending staff and other members of the health care team in the development and implementation of the overall patient care plan

Performs procedures within the scope of their demonstrated competence and privileges and according to established policies or protocols. These include insertion of peripheral intravenous line, taking blood samples in emergency situations, insertion of Foley catheters, removing central lines, insertion or removal of sutures and insertion and removal of nasogastric tube, wound care, injections including hormone therapy depot injections

Collaborates with each of the oncology teams responsible for chemotherapy orders for patients receiving a combination of chemotherapy and radiotherapy

Arranges investigations and follow-up with an adequate action plan

Communicates with patients, families, referring, and family physicians concerning patient management plans

Counsels and support families of patients who are terminally ill

Receives, manages, and discharges patients requiring supportive care in preparation for radiotherapy, systemic therapy and cellular therapy during, and after the completion of treatment

Collaborates with referring services including oncology sub-specialists, the emergency departments and palliative care to minimize the need for hospital admissions and emergency department visits

Organizes and coordinates transfer of care to other services within central zone and across the province

Orientates PG1’s who are new to the ward

Participates in resident/medical student training and evaluation

Bedside teaching with Clinical Clerks who are doing oncology rotations

Attends and contributes to educational sessions and rounds as time permits

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

Must meet the requirements to obtain a Clinical Assistant License from The College of Physicians and Surgeons of Nova Scotia (

Must have obtained (in writing) Review of Qualifications from The College of Physicians and Surgeons of Nova Scotia prior to application deadline. Please upload this with your application

CMPA coverage required

ACLS certification required

Good command of written and spoken English

Must be able to promote and maintain good interpersonal skills

Completion of the equivalence of a rotating internship and postgraduate training and experience in Oncology is an asset but not essential. Experience in active general or family practice in the community would be considered an asset

Mental and Visual demand – High; must be able to deal with stressful situations 

Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours

Permanent full-time position; 96 hours biweekly

Compensation and Benefits

$53.98 – $68.75 hourly

Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.

What you'll love about Nova Scotia Health

Nova Scotia Health is more than the province's largest provider of health services; we're a team driven by excellence in health, healing and learning. Across hospitals, health centres and community programs, our people deliver innovative, high-quality care that impacts lives across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada.

From vibrant city life to scenic coastal communities, Nova Scotia offers a lifestyle as rewarding as the work itself. At Nova Scotia Health, you'll find meaningful career opportunities, supportive teams and the work-life balance to enjoy everything our beautiful province has to offer. Join us and discover why so many people are choosing to call Nova Scotia home. 

Once You've Applied

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.