Competition #: 05522354
Employee Type: CASUAL
Bargaining Unit: HEU
Facility: CHETWYND GEN HOSP COMPLEX
Department: CGH COMBINED MED/SURG
Reports To: UNIT MANAGER
Hourly Wage: $25.83
Close Date: OPEN UNTIL FILLED*
Comments: Must have current registration with the BC Care Aide Registry
This posting is covered by the Provincial Health Officer’s mandatory COVID-19 vaccination orders and selected applicant(s) must comply.

Position Summary

Are you someone who has a real passion for helping others? Follow the path to an exciting career as a Nursing Assistant at Chetwynd General Hospital.

Under the direction or supervision of the Unit Manager or designated supervisor, assists residents with the activities of daily living, including personal, social, physical and spiritual needs. Performs all duties in a safe and efficient manner.

Chetwynd General Hospital is a five acute care bed hospital, with seven long-term beds. Services include emergency, medical inpatient, palliative care, primary care nursing, home support and respiratory therapy.

Chetwynd is located in the foothills of the eastern slope of the Rocky Mountains with a population of 3100. New residents have the opportunity to make a difference where they live everyday both inside and outside of work. Come to Chetwynd and build your family village with us. Check out Chetwynd for more information on this friendly and supportive community.

What Northern Health has to offer you!
• Comprehensive benefit packages including MSP, extended health/dental and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casuals have the option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service
• Relocation Incentive is available for eligible positions
• Employee referral program
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Spectacular outdoor activities and the shortest commutes in BC
• “Loan Forgiveness Programs” offered through the Federal and BC Government

Qualifications

• Minimum Grade 10 education or equivalent.
• Certification from a Long Term Care Aide program.
• Previous experience in a Long Term Care Facility or home care services is an asset.

Skills and Abilities:
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
• Physical ability to carry out duties of position.
• Ability to organize work.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Must be in good mental and physical health and must be well groomed.
• Team player.

Who we are
Northern Health covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometers and offers health services in over two dozen communities and 55 First Nation’s communities. We deliver hospital and community-based health care for a population of 300,000.

Employing more than 7,000 staff throughout the region, Northern Health provides exceptional health services for Northerners, through the efforts of dedicated staff and physicians, in partnership with communities and organizations in Northern BC.

There is a wide variety of career opportunities available in our two dozen hospitals, 25 long-term care facilities, public health units and many other offices providing specialized services.

* All postings with a closing date specified close at 11:59 pm PT

Competition #: 05519008
Employee Type: TERM SPECIFIC FULL TIME
Bargaining Unit: BCGEU
Facility: Flexible
Department: NHR CD PANDEMIC CONT TRA
Reports To: OPERATIONAL SUPERVISOR – CASE AND CONTACT MANAGEMENT
Hourly Wage: $31.99 – $39.98
Close Date: OPEN UNTIL FILLED*
Comments: This posting is covered by the Provincial Health Officer’s mandatory COVID-19 vaccination orders and selected applicant(s) must comply.

Position Summary

Utilizes Public Health clinical practice knowledge and expertise to promote and protect the optimal health, well-being and safety of patients, residents and clients at all ages and life stages through targeted emerging pathogens and viral case and contact tracing programming.

Practices within the context of a client and family centered care model, and in accordance with the applicable British Columbia professional College or Association’s standards and scope of practice as set by the organization’s policies, guidelines and clinical practice documents and within own competence. Practice is aligned with the vision, mission, goals and values of the organization as well as within the context of a public health care approach and the concept of a client and family centered care model.

Shift Rotation/Hours of work: Days – 08:30 to 16:30 rotating

This positon is flexible to any community within the Northern Health region. Explore our wonderful northern communities.

What Northern Health has to offer you!
• Comprehensive benefit packages including MSP, extended health/dental and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casuals have the option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service
• Relocation Incentive is available for eligible positions
• Employee referral program
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Spectacular outdoor activities and the shortest commutes in BC
• “Loan Forgiveness Programs” offered through the Federal and BC Government

Qualifications

• Degree in a related Health Science discipline, supplemented with recent, related public health clinical experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Registration with Provincial licensing/governing body as applicable to the profession.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Knowledge of public health clinical theory, practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of community development and health promotion principles and practices.
• Demonstrated ability to deal sensitively and tactfully with clients and provide culturally sensitive clinical services to diverse and marginalized populations.
• Knowledge of communicable disease control practices and procedures including: prevention, promotion, reporting responsibilities and related procedures and immunization practices, including up to date immunization competency.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with co-workers, physicians, other health care staff, clients and their families and outside agencies.
• Demonstrated knowledge of other health care disciplines and their role in client care, the ability to develop and maintain collaborative working relationships with co-workers, care team and community partners and the ability to identify and facilitate community resources appropriate to clients’ and families’ needs.
• Demonstrated ability to counsel, teach, facilitate and coach individuals, families and groups.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, organize and prioritise work.
• Demonstrated ability to analyse situations, problem solve and facilitate resolutions.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively with others to make evidence informed decisions.
• Demonstrated ability to adjust to new and unexpected events.
• Demonstrated facilitation, mediation and conflict resolution skills.
• Demonstrated ability to participate in the development and delivery of educational materials based on education theories and best practices.
• Demonstrated knowledge of basic research principles and procedures, such as research ethics, research question, hypothesis and qualitative vs. quantitative data analysis methods, and demonstrated ability to participate in research.
• Demonstrated computer literacy to operate a computerized client care information system as well as applicable word processing, spreadsheet and database software applications.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Demonstrated physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

Who we are
Northern Health covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometers and offers health services in over two dozen communities and 55 First Nation’s communities. We deliver hospital and community-based health care for a population of 300,000.

Employing more than 7,000 staff throughout the region, Northern Health provides exceptional health services for Northerners, through the efforts of dedicated staff and physicians, in partnership with communities and organizations in Northern BC.

There is a wide variety of career opportunities available in our two dozen hospitals, 25 long-term care facilities, public health units and many other offices providing specialized services.

* All postings with a closing date specified close at 11:59 pm PT

Competition #: 05519006
Employee Type: TERM SPECIFIC PART TIME (0.81 FTE)
Bargaining Unit: BCGEU
Facility: Flexible
Department: NHR CD PANDEMIC CONT TRA
Reports To: OPERATIONAL SUPERVISOR – CASE AND CONTACT MANAGEMENT
Hourly Wage: $31.99 – $39.98
Close Date: OPEN UNTIL FILLED*
Comments: This posting is covered by the Provincial Health Officer’s mandatory COVID-19 vaccination orders and selected applicant(s) must comply.

Position Summary

Utilizes Public Health clinical practice knowledge and expertise to promote and protect the optimal health, well-being and safety of patients, residents and clients at all ages and life stages through targeted emerging pathogens and viral case and contact tracing programming.

Practices within the context of a client and family centered care model, and in accordance with the applicable British Columbia professional College or Association’s standards and scope of practice as set by the organization’s policies, guidelines and clinical practice documents and within own competence. Practice is aligned with the vision, mission, goals and values of the organization as well as within the context of a public health care approach and the concept of a client and family centered care model.

Shift Rotation/Hours of work: Days – 08:30 to 16:30 rotating

This position is flexible to any community within the Northern Health region. Explore our wonderful northern communities.

What Northern Health has to offer you!
• Comprehensive benefit packages including MSP, extended health/dental and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casuals have the option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service
• Relocation Incentive is available for eligible positions
• Employee referral program
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Spectacular outdoor activities and the shortest commutes in BC
• “Loan Forgiveness Programs” offered through the Federal and BC Government

Qualifications

• Degree in a related Health Science discipline, supplemented with recent, related public health clinical experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Registration with Provincial licensing/governing body as applicable to the profession.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Knowledge of public health clinical theory, practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of community development and health promotion principles and practices.
• Demonstrated ability to deal sensitively and tactfully with clients and provide culturally sensitive clinical services to diverse and marginalized populations.
• Knowledge of communicable disease control practices and procedures including: prevention, promotion, reporting responsibilities and related procedures and immunization practices, including up to date immunization competency.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with co-workers, physicians, other health care staff, clients and their families and outside agencies.
• Demonstrated knowledge of other health care disciplines and their role in client care, the ability to develop and maintain collaborative working relationships with co-workers, care team and community partners and the ability to identify and facilitate community resources appropriate to clients’ and families’ needs.
• Demonstrated ability to counsel, teach, facilitate and coach individuals, families and groups.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, organize and prioritise work.
• Demonstrated ability to analyse situations, problem solve and facilitate resolutions.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively with others to make evidence informed decisions.
• Demonstrated ability to adjust to new and unexpected events.
• Demonstrated facilitation, mediation and conflict resolution skills.
• Demonstrated ability to participate in the development and delivery of educational materials based on education theories and best practices.
• Demonstrated knowledge of basic research principles and procedures, such as research ethics, research question, hypothesis and qualitative vs. quantitative data analysis methods, and demonstrated ability to participate in research.
• Demonstrated computer literacy to operate a computerized client care information system as well as applicable word processing, spreadsheet and database software applications.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Demonstrated physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

Who we are
Northern Health covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometers and offers health services in over two dozen communities and 55 First Nation’s communities. We deliver hospital and community-based health care for a population of 300,000.

Employing more than 7,000 staff throughout the region, Northern Health provides exceptional health services for Northerners, through the efforts of dedicated staff and physicians, in partnership with communities and organizations in Northern BC.

There is a wide variety of career opportunities available in our two dozen hospitals, 25 long-term care facilities, public health units and many other offices providing specialized services.

* All postings with a closing date specified close at 11:59 pm PT

Competition #: 05468130
Employee Type: PERMANENT PART TIME (0.60 FTE)
Bargaining Unit: BCGEU
Facility: Flexible
Department: NHR PH DENTAL HEALTH PRO
Reports To: LEAD, DENTAL HEALTH PROGRAMS
Close Date: OPEN UNTIL FILLED*
Current wage: $30.82 – $38.56

Comments:

This posting is covered by the Provincial Health Officer’s mandatory COVID-19 vaccination orders and selected applicant(s) must comply.

Position Summary

**Relocation Incentive is available for this position**

If you are looking for friendly, supportive staff, work life balance and affordable living this may be just the opportunity that will take your career to a new level.

Under the general direction of the Lead Dental Hygienist, the Community Dental Hygienist is responsible for the delivery of dental health prevention and promotion services for communities in an assigned area, with a focus on the infant and child populations group and other vulnerable groups as well as consultative and educational services to professionals and the community. This position functions in a team environment within the Northeast Health Service Delivery Area.

Shift Rotation/Hours of work: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, 08:30 to 16:30

The position can be filled anywhere within the NE Health Service Delivery Area. Explore our wonderful northern communities.

What Northern Health has to offer you!
• Comprehensive benefit packages including MSP, extended health/dental and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casuals have the option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service
• Relocation Incentive is available for eligible positions
• Employee referral program
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Spectacular outdoor activities and the shortest commutes in BC
• “Loan Forgiveness Programs” offered through the Federal and BC Government

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited School of Dental Hygiene with a diploma in Dental Hygiene.
• Licensed as a practicing Dental Hygienist in British Columbia by the College of Dental Hygienists of British Columbia.
• Two (2) years recent, related experience determined to be reasonable and relevant to the level of work.
• Current valid Class 5 Driver’s License and access to personal vehicle for business related purposes.

Skills and Abilities:
• Ability to provide effective services in a variety of settings such as daycare, preschool, home, hospital, long term care facilities both on and off reserve.
• Ability to organize and set priorities
• Ability to work independently as well as a member of a team.
• Ability to guide and motivate others.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to operate related equipment such as computerized software technology within a Windows operating environment.
• Physically able to perform the duties of the position.

Who we are
Northern Health covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometers and offers health services in over two dozen communities and 55 First Nation’s communities. We deliver hospital and community-based health care for a population of 300,000.

Employing more than 7,000 staff throughout the region, Northern Health provides exceptional health services for Northerners, through the efforts of dedicated staff and physicians, in partnership with communities and organizations in Northern BC.

There is a wide variety of career opportunities available in our two dozen hospitals, 25 long-term care facilities, public health units and many other offices providing specialized services.

* All postings with a closing date specified close at 11:59 pm PT

Competition #: 05510698
Employee Type: TERM SPECIFIC FULL TIME
Bargaining Unit: NON-CONTRACT
Facility: Flexible
Department: NIR PHC-IPCC
Reports To: LEAD, PRIMARY HEALTH CARE COMMUNITY PROGRAMS
Close Date: OPEN UNTIL FILLED*
Comments: Position location flexible to any NI community (Burns Lake, Fraser Lake, Vanderhoof, Fort St James, P.G, Mackenzie, Valemount, McBride, Quesnel)

This posting is covered by the Provincial Health Officer’s mandatory COVID-19 vaccination orders and selected applicant(s) must comply.

Position Summary

Are you interested in an opportunity to grow professionally within a positive and progressive culture? Northern Health is seeking a champion with significant coaching/mentoring experience to join us our team.

The Care Process Coach provides direct day-to-day mentoring, coaching, change management and systems support to assigned primary care teams in Northern Health. The Coach is responsible for directly guiding the primary care team through the development, implementation and continuous improvement of local interprofessional processes, protocols, and systems that apply Northern Health’s strategic objectives to the specific primary care objectives of the local patient population. Using established quality improvement methodologies including LEAN and other principles, strategies, and tools, the incumbent uses best-practice coaching strategies to ensure effective on-the-job application of established quality improvement strategies.

The Coach will support quality improvement initiatives by working directly with members of the primary care team to assess current work processes and practices, apply established design, implement preferred practices in the local context, and evaluate outcomes. The Coach works with teams to enhance care delivery, increase patient safety, improve patient and staff experience, and contribute to effective and sustainable primary health care delivery at the local level. The role promotes evidence-based systems and tools in alignment with Northern Health strategic and operational plans. The Coach engages Managers, Leaders, and front-line staff to increase capacity for promoting a culture of continuous quality improvement in providing front line primary care.

Shift rotation/hours of work: Monday to Friday / Days – 08:30 to 16:30

This positon is flexible to any community within the Northern Health region. Explore our wonderful northern communities.

What Northern Health has to offer you!
• Comprehensive benefit packages including MSP, extended health/dental and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casuals have the option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service
• Relocation Incentive is available for eligible positions
• Employee referral program
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• “Loan Forgiveness Programs” offered through the Federal and BC Government
• Spectacular outdoor activities and the shortest commutes in BC

Qualifications

Education and Experience:
• Baccalaureate Degree in Commerce, Business Administration, Public Administration, Health Administration, Education or a related field, with a focus on the public sector environment.
• Subject matter expert in proven quality improvement methodologies including LEAN.
• Five (5) to seven (7) years recent, related experience in quality/process improvement and education, preferably in a healthcare setting.
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• Ability to guide, coach, teach, and promote a learning environment and continuous quality improvement.
• Knowledge of quality improvement principles, theory, and practice.
• Comprehensive knowledge of LEAN and ability to apply LEAN thinking in healthcare settings.
• Ability to foster innovation within a complex multi-stakeholder organization.
• Ability to see connections between issues, events and data points and to think clearly around complex systems, bridging specific community objectives and regional strategic objectives.
• Demonstrated strategic thinking and analytical skills.
• Proven ability to manage diverse groups and individuals through change initiatives and be able to resolve issues that arise throughout the process.
• Superior small and large group facilitation skills and individual coaching skills. – Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Courage and ability to foster collaborative partnerships using a team approach.
• High level of motivation with a positive attitude and high degree of flexibility in a rapidly changing environment.
• Strong organizational skills and experience in project management; ability to organize and prioritize work and balance multiple activities concurrently.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License.

Who we are
Northern Health covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometers and offers health services in over two dozen communities and 55 First Nation’s communities. We deliver hospital and community-based health care for a population of 300,000.

Employing more than 7,000 staff throughout the region, Northern Health provides exceptional health services for Northerners, through the efforts of dedicated staff and physicians, in partnership with communities and organizations in Northern BC.

There is a wide variety of career opportunities available in our two dozen hospitals, 25 long-term care facilities, public health units and many other offices providing specialized services.

* All postings with a closing date specified close at 11:59 pm PT