Family Medicine-Oncology Care – Markham Stouffville Hospital

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Land acknowledgement:

Oak Valley Health is honoured to provide care on the traditional and treaty territory of the Anishinaabeg and acknowledge our closest Indigenous communities the Chippewas of Georgina Island and the Mississaugas of Scugog Island. The land is encompassed within Treaty 13 Treaty 20 and the Williams Treaty.

Today this area is home to many diverse Indigenous Peoples and we acknowledge the health disparities and barriers Indigenous Peoples face in accessing care. To support true healing we are committed to understanding these challenges learning from Indigenous knowledge and taking action together to improve safe and equitable health care for current and future generations.

Who you are:

• You encompass Oak Valley Healths core values and live the words of respect trust commitment compassion and courage

• You are a patient and/or client centered individual who performs at an exemplary standard

• You are a team player with excellent communication critical thinking and prioritization skills

The Division of Medical Oncology is currently recruiting for Family Physician(s) to provide oncological care within our Shakir Rehmatullah Cancer Centre. This evolving role is expected to provide comprehensive outpatient care to patients with cancer with successful candidates functioning as primary consultants and managing a patient roster. This position involves close collaboration with Oncologists nurses and allied health professionals to deliver exceptional patient care within the framework of provincial cancer care guidelines (CCO). Services required include 5 half days per week in the Oncology Clinic and 1 day per week in the Hematology Clinic. The Oncology Clinic scope of work will include a procedures clinic ½ day to perform paracentesis thoracentesis Bone Marrow Biopsy and PICC line insertion. Training will be provided. Remuneration is Fee for Service with no overhead required.
The successful physicians will be contributing members of the Division working with a strong supportive and collegial group committed to providing high quality and comprehensive care in a community hospital setting. The Division currently features 6 medical Oncologists and 3 Hematologists supported by an amazing team of chemotherapy nurses pharmacists and administrative assistants. Key responsibilities include:
Providing comprehensive outpatient Oncology care including patient assessment and follow-up for breast colon and lung cancer and hematology clinic follow up.
Acting as a consultant to other physicians for oncology-related issues and manage a roster of patients.
Ordering and interpreting tests including imaging studies to monitor treatment.
Collaborating with specialists nurses and allied health professionals to ensure coordinated and high-quality patient care.
Educating patients and their families about cancer treatment toxicities offering psychosocial resources and counselling to patients and manage general clinical sequalae often linked to cancer such as depression BP glycemic control and thyroid dysregulation.
Providing symptom management including pain relief and management of treatment side effects.
Qualifications/Experience:
License to practice independently in Ontario from the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO);
CCFP Certification from the College of Family Physicians of Canada
Currently or eligible to hold privileges with Oak Valley Health
Demonstrated experience or specific training in Oncology is preferred
Experience and skills to interpret diagnostic test results and make informed decisions
All interested and qualified Family Physicians are encouraged to send a submission of interest and CV as soon as possible for consideration and ideally no later than October 22 2025. Submissions can be sent to Trevor Whyte Manager Medical Administration at

About us:

The Shakir Rehmatullah Cancer Centre at Markham Stouffville Hospital provides support and treatment to patients with cancer in the community. We are focused on patient-centred care. Our goal is to accelerate every step patients have with the health system from initial referral to assessment diagnosis and treatment. We are proud members of the Princess Margaret Cancer Care Network.

Markham Stouffville Hospital continues to be a growing community hospital. The in-patient 358 bed hospital and out-patient services currently serve the communities of Markham Stouffville and surrounding area of over 400000 residents. We have a strong commitment to patient care and to the growth of our Academic Plan. This includes a robust and growing Research program and the ability to obtain a faculty appointment at the University of Toronto. It is a fantastic place to work!

Oak Valley Health thanks all qualified physicians for their submissions however only selected candidates who qualify will be contacted to attend a pre-application interview. All appointments are subject to an Impact Analysis and Board approval. The hospital reserves the right not to appoint anyone to this position.

Oak Valley Health takes pride in serving some of Canadas most diverse communities. We are committed to fostering an environment of equity and inclusivity where every person can work and receive care safely openly and honestly. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race colour religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation nation of origin genetics disability age veteran status marital or family status belief system or other factors related to ones personal identity and/or values.

Work Schedule:

Please note schedules may change due to operational needs.

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Who we are:

Oak Valley Health is one of Ontarios leading community healthcare our two hospital sites (Markham and Uxbridge) a Reactivation Care Centre (RCC) a Community Health Centre (CHC) and Hospital-to-Home programs we provide high quality patient-centred care to more than 468000 patients each year. We offer diagnostic and emergency services and deliver clinical programs in acute care medicine and surgery addictions and mental health and childbirth and childrens services. We are also proud to be part of the Eastern York Region North Durham Ontario Health Team (OHT).

Our 542 physicians 35 midwives over 3000 staff and 1000 volunteers serve patients and families with an Honoured to Care mindset and are focused on delivering an extraordinary patient experience to the residents of Markham Whitchurch-Stouffville Uxbridge and beyond. We are dedicated to providing access to the right care at the right time in the right place by the right people and at the right cost.

Oak Valley Health Equity Diversity Inclusion and Belonging statement

Oak Valley Health takes pride in serving some of Canadas most diverse communities. We are committed to fostering an environment of equity and inclusivity where every person can work and receive care safely openly and qualified applicants will receive consideration and we encourage applications from Indigenous peoples members of LGBTQ2 communities members of racialized groups persons with disabilities and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of Oak Valley Health. Furthermore Oak Valley Health is committed to meeting the needs of all individuals in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Should you require accommodations during the recruitment and selection process please contact Human Resources.

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