Healthcare jobs in British Columbia

What You Will Do

Within the context of a client and family centred model of care and, in accordance with the Mission, Vision and Values, and strategic directions of Providence Health Care, the person promotes a safe, respectful, and civil working environment for patients, residents, families, visitors and staff.

The Talent Recruitment Advisor:

Provides expert advice and guidance to ensure talent acquisition of both unionized and non-unionized roles at Providence Health Care.
Works within a specified portfolio to support hiring leaders with full cycle recruitment including: sourcing, advertising, posting, intakes, prescreening, shortlisting, interviews, reference checks and employment offers.
Develops and implements recruitment strategies.
Works on various recruitment–related programs, campaigns and special projects such as provincial and national career fairs and campus recruitment initiatives.

The Advisor will ensure Equity, Diversity and Inclusion best practice is applied to the strategies and selection processes for all hiring initiatives.

Education:

Post Secondary Education and/or Training in Human Resources or Recruitment.

Experience:

Minimum three (3) years of experience working as a Talent Acquisition/Recruitment Specialist, in a multi-level, multi-discipline organization working with union and non-union hiring activities. Preference will be given to candidates who have experience working in Healthcare or within the Public Sector.

Skills and Abilities:

Comprehensive knowledge of BC healthcare job market trends and sourcing candidates in a competitive market place.

Comprehensive knowledge of best practices as these relate to recruitment processes in the health care industry.
Ability to work as part of a team as well as the ability to work and think independently.
Demonstrated ability to apply EDI best practice in recruitment initiatives
Effective project management skills.
Strong customer focus and the ability to work with individuals at all levels.
Demonstrated ability to use initiative in problem-solving and arrive at creative solutions.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent organization, communication, presentation and problem-solving skills.
Flexible attitude, open-minded and the ability to adapt easily to change.
Proficient with office and web-based computer applications such as Access and PeopleSoft.
Ability to operate related equipment.
Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

A competitive salary: The salary range for this position is between $85,000-96,000 depending on experience.

Growth opportunities: We welcome individuals at all stages of their career, offering opportunities for professional development and growth.
State-of-the-art facilities: The new St. Paul’s Hospital and health campus will be the most innovative approach to the delivery of integrated care in B.C. and Canada, designed to appropriately address the future health needs of patients, families, and our communities. From hospital care to primary and community health solutions, the new St. Paul’s Hospital and health campus will continue to lead innovations in care, research, and teaching. The new St. Paul’s Hospital is expected to open in 2027.
Inclusive culture: We respect the diversity, dignity and interdependence of all persons. We value the cultural richness that our diverse workforce brings to the care of our equally diverse population of patients and residents.
Hybrid and Remote work opportunities.
Meaningful impact: Your dedication and expertise will directly impact the lives of ithe community.

Your Day to Day:

Supports a variety of business units, working with leaders and managers to identify their short- and long-term recruitment needs and develop external recruitment strategies.

Works with leaders and managers on external recruitment initiatives and advises on best practices. Staying current on best practices and emerging trends in job market.

Leads or participates in all stages of external recruitment including sourcing, advertising, posting, intakes, prescreening, short-listing, telephone prescreens, interviews, reference checks, and employment offers.

Researches and drafts job advertisements,working with Communications and Marketing specialists to ensure ads are appropriately designed for targeted markets.

Develops interview questions for all level of positions.

Provides advice to international applicants regarding concerns such as work permits, the Provincial Nominee Program, licensing requirements and relocation matters;

Liaises with external agencies such as CRNBC, Health Match BC, and Citizenship & Immigration Canada; responding to inquiries from outside sources such as applicants, agencies, schools and other various organizations; and working collaboratively with the Recruitment team to troubleshoot and solve problems.

Works closely with Lead, EDI, develops inclusive hiring practices and offers solutions to hiring managers to mitigate potential bias in the hiring process

Determines appropriate salary placements for new hires, based on guidelines and collective agreements, to ensure equitable salary analysis and adherence to salary guidelines.

Works on various recruitment–related programs, campaigns and special projects involving duties such as: planning, preparing for and attending provincial and national career fairs and campus recruitment initiatives; working closely with leaders and education coordinators on planning and implementing a variety of nursing recruitment programs such as those targeting undergraduate, newly graduated, and internationally educated nurses; participating in special campaigns with other Health Authorities specifically related to nursing.

Who We Are:

Providence Health Care is one of the largest faith-based health care organizations in Canada. For the people at Providence, living our Mission, Vision and Values means providing British Columbians with compassionate, socially just, exceptional and innovative care every day.

From our humble roots 129 years ago, Providence has grown into globally renowned research, teaching, and care organization. As individuals within a mission-driven organization, we choose to be part of Providence Health Care because we value the organization’s long commitment to social justice and compassionate care, and its commitment to the process of Truth and Reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples.

We acknowledge that Providence Health Care and the new St. Paul’s Hospital site is located on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territory of the Coast Salish Peoples, including the territories of the xʷməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.