Job Description
This section outlines the role.
We have a variety of positions on Vancouver Island which include: casual, part-time, temporary, and full-time.
View current opportunities here.
For more information please visit our carreers page at https://www.islandhealth.ca/careers
About Island Health
Our commitment is to offer innovative and quality health care through professional development and research. We believe that strong relationships and community partnerships will assist us in supporting healthier and stronger communities and a better quality of life for our community members.
As we strive to meet the increasing demands on our health care system, our network of dedicated employees, physicians, volunteers, stakeholders and community partners are working to offer innovative and culturally safe care.
We offer health care services health services to more than 850,000 residents of Vancouver Island and adjacent coastal communities through hospitals, clinics, health centres, community-based health units, long term care and assisted living facilities.
As the largest employer on Vancouver Island, we employ 27,000 staff, 2,400 physician partners as well as hosting more than 2,500 volunteers.
Job Commitments
This section outlines the commitment expected of a successful applicant.
Job Type & Location
This job is offered under the following conditions:
Job Types
Full Time
30 hours a week or more and ongoing.
Part Time
Less than 30 hours a week and ongoing.
Temporary
The job has a set end date.
Business Location
Working Locations
On-site
Work on-site at the business location.
Schedules
This job offers the following hours, schedules and shifts:
Weekly Hours Range
2 40
hours per week
Schedule Types
Fixed Hours
Hours will be set within the hour range by the employer.
Hours Negotiable
The employer is willing to negotiate a consistent schedule within the hour range.
Varies Week-to-Week
Hours change week-to-week within the hour range.
Shift Start Times
Morning
Shifts may begin between 4am-7am
Daytime
Shifts may begin between 7am-11am
Afternoon
Shifts may begin between 11am-4pm
Evening
Shifts may begin between 4pm-8pm
Overnight
Shifts may begin between 8pm-4am
Compensation
This section outlines the job's remuneration.
Wage
This job offers the following wage before taxes and other deductions:
2 Hours/Week
Approx. Monthly IncomeHourly
Between 2 - 40 Hours Per Week40 Hours/Week
Approx. Monthly IncomeWorking on PWD Benefits
If you receive Person With Disabilities Assistance you can earn up to a certain amount after taxes and other deductions without affecting your benefits. For details see Annual earnings exemptions on gov.bc.ca.
Working on CPP Disability Benefits
If you receive Canada Pension Plan disability benefits you must inform Service Canada if earning more than a specific amount per year before taxes and other deductions. Details can be found under the "Doing paid work while receiving CPP disability benefits" heading in Section 5.0 of the Canada Pension Plan disability benefit toolkit.
Benefits
This job offers the following benefits:
Medical
Dental
Drug
Retirement Plan
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Accessibility
This section outlines the job's required capabilities.
Lifting
Up to 5 lbs pounds
...must be lifted and transported by hand as part of the job.
Physical Position
Negotiable / Flexible
Sitting and standing options are negotiable/flexible, or the job requires a combination of both.
Multitasking
Negotiable / Flexible
The amount and type of multitasking can be negotiated with the employer.
Digital Literacy
N/A
This role does not require the use of technology.
Repetitive Tasks
Yes
This job involves repetitive tasks and/or the same duties daily.
Problem-Solving
Yes
This job requires critical thinking and independent problem-solving.
Example: resolving a customer complaint within company policy.
Workplace Noise
N/A
The position is remote or the workplace is silent.
Support & Guidance
Yes
Someone is always available to provide support and guidance.
Team Size
Up to 15 peers peers
...are part of the team this role will work with on a daily basis.
Break Flexibility
Yes
Break structure can be determined by the employee within legal boundaries.