We Invest In Our People
Every Providence hospital, residence and clinic is committed to excellence in patient and family-centered care. At Providence Health Care, you will be a part of a diverse environment where all people are valued and respected. With our talented team of employees, you will help us to become a part of the future of health care in British Columbia.
Our Foundational Principles
These five principles are the roots of Mission: Forward and provide the foundation for our actions and decisions. They guide our efforts and serve as a perpetual framework for our actions throughout our seven-year plan, and beyond.
Mission/Vision/Values
Everything begins with Mission
Sustainability
Proactive financial and environmental stewardship
Ethics
Ethics are fundamental to all that we do
Person/Family Care
Partners in care
Reconciliation
Hearing truth, pursuing justice, building relationships
Competitive Benefits
- Dental CoverageProvides reimbursement for basic, restorative and orthodontic services, coverage is subject to some maximums.
- Extended Health Care Provides supplementary coverage for services including prescription drugs, paramedical services, hospital accommodation differential costs and vision care.
- Group Life Insurance Provides financial protection and is paid to your beneficiary or estate in the event of your death while employed with Providence.
- BC Medical Services Plan (MSP) Provides payment for the cost of required medical, surgical, obstetrical and diagnostic services from practitioners.
- Group Life Insurance Provides additional financial protection over and above the group life insurance paid to your beneficiary in the event of accidental death while employed with Providence. An accidental dismemberment benefit is paid to you if you lose a limb, sight, hearing or speech as a result of an accident while employed with Providence.
- Municipal Pension Plan (MSP) Provides a pension income that includes employee and employer contributions and is based on your salary and years of service upon retirement.
- Employee and Family Assistance Program Confidential, voluntary, short-term counseling is provided for employees to dealing with a range of personal, family and workplace concerns at no cost.
- Group Life Insurance Provides financial protection and is paid to your beneficiary or estate in the event of your death while employed with Providence.
- Special Leave With Pay Special leave may be granted for compassionate leave, marriage and other special circumstances.
- Maternity, Parental and Adoption Leaves Maternity, parental and adoption leaves are granted based on provisions within the collective agreements or terms and conditions for staff. A supplemental benefit may be payable to eligible employees.
- Accidental Death and Dismemberment InsuranceProvides additional financial protection over and above the group life insurance paid to your beneficiary in the event of accidental death while employed with Providence. An accidental dismemberment benefit is paid to you if you lose a limb, sight, hearing or speech as a result of an accident while employed with Providence.
- Employer Paid Specialty Nursing Training OpportunitiesRegistered Nurses who want to specialize can join a long history of education at PHC. With exemption of the in-house Perioperative (Operating Room) program, all courses are done through BCIT’s Specialty Nursing Program.
- Employed Student Nurse ProgramThis paid employment experience allows students to consolidate the knowledge and skills learned in school while gaining increased exposure to the clinical setting.
- PHC New Graduate (NG) Program Once you have gained employment with PHC you will automatically be part of the NG Program. Whether you are an RN, LPN or RPN hired in either a casual, part time or full time position you are part of the program.
- Relocation assistance is generally offered to employees who are hired into regular, difficult to fill, nursing positions. However, non-nursing, difficult to fill positions are reviewed on a case-by-case basis and relocation assistance, up to an agreed upon maximum amount, may be approved by the Human Resources Recruitment department.
Testaments from Our People
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Jose Agudelo-Guzman (he/him)
Administrative Assistant
“The reason I wanted to be part of Providence is relayed on its slogan, "How you want to be treated." As simple as it can be, I assimilated the organization with words like empathy, compassion and service. People with beautiful energy have accompanied me throughout the recruitment, onboarding, and training processes, and you can see their commitment in everything they do.”
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Sandra Lauck
Clinical Nurse Specialist, The Heart Centre, St. Paul’s Hospital
“The best nursing job in Canada! I have the privilege of leading the role of the university-appointed and hospital-located nurse clinician scientist. What I love most about my role is the opportunity to bridge research and advanced practice nursing to improve patient outcomes and health service delivery, and champion the role of cardiovascular nursing.”
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Tanya Campbell
Senior Clinical Project and Change Management Lead, New St. Paul's Hospital and Health Campus Project
“My favourite part of my job is the people I work with. The team is amazing and they inspire me every day. I choose to work at Providence Health Care because of the organization's commitment to compassionate care and a culture built on learning and innovation.”
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Norm Peters
Chief Operating Officer (COO), Providence Health Care
“One of the reasons I joined Providence was to spend more time with physicians, staff and the people we serve. Being able to hear directly about their experiences helps me when making decisions and when supporting teams to provide the best possible care experience. Everyone told me how great the culture was before I started the job and it really is as advertised. To see everyone living the organization’s values everyday is amazing and inspiring.”
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Michelle Campbell
Occupational Therapy Site Leader for MSJ & Occupational Therapist at MSJ Elder Care Clinic
“I have been at Providence Health Care for 18 years, and I am always learning new things! My job enables people to do their best and achieve their goals. Providence Health Care is such a supportive community.”
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RJ Johnson-Brown
Indigenous Wellness Coordinator
“Every day I am given the opportunity to co-create equitable improvements for all. Providence Health Care has led some of the most progressive work for substance users and HIV patients and I want to be a part of the future work.”
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