FAQ: Staffing the new hospital
A new, state-of-the-art hospital is a large incentive to help drive recruitment and retention for Fort St. James. Planning for staff at the new hospital has already begun with much discussion around recruitment strategies and the number and mix of staff that will be required.
While this is being determined, Northern Health is looking at nearly doubling the number of full time employees for the Stuart Lake Hospital.
Northern Health recruiters are working in partnership with the physicians, the Primary Care Society, the community and the First Nations Health Authority to attract and retain physicians and staff in Fort St James. We are in partnership with local schools to develop workers from within community.
We know that employment opportunities will be available in a number of areas in the new hospital, including:
- Housekeeper
- Cook
- Food Service Worker
- Stores Attendant
- Facilities Maintenance
- Registration Clerk
- Imaging Tech
- Medical Lab Technologist
- Lab Clerk
- Care Aid
- Licensed Practical Nurse
- Registered Nurse
- Primary Care Assistant
- Medical Office Assistant
- Community Health Worker
- Rehabilitation Assistant
- Mental Health Clinician
- Social Worker
- Occupational Therapist
- Physical Therapist
- Nurse Practitioner
- Physician
As opening day comes closer, expect updates here at Let's Talk and at the Northern Health Recruitment on how to apply. Don't hesitate to get in touch with us if you have questions, ideas or concerns. We welcome your input!
