Jobs with VIHA: International Applicants

Application Process

SPECIAL NOTE: Unfortunately, at this time, we are unable to consider applications from international new graduates. Candidates must have a minimum of 2 years experience to be considered for opportunities within VIHA.

BEFORE applying for a job, please follow these directions:

STEP 1. ELIGIBILITY
To determine if you are eligible to work in Canada, visit the government websites listed on our International Resources page.

STEP 2. ASSESSMENT TO PRACTICE YOUR PROFESSION

• Have your credentials assessed by the Canadian governing body for your profession 
• Receive confirmation of your eligibility to write your exam OR for a temporary registration to practice your profession in British Columbia and Canada. 

Do not continue until step 1 and 2 are completed.

STEP 3. OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE 
You can apply to a posted position on the website. 

• Posted Positions
  Our Careers web page links you to all our job opportunities. 

Documents Required to Apply

TIP: If you save all your completed documents in one place on your computer, it is easier to attach them to a single email or use our Apply Online form found on the job postings. 

1. Copy of confirmation of your eligibility for registration.

2. References should include email addresses due to challenges
   posed by time zone differences.

3. Registered Nurses - please complete and include the
    appropriate skills checklist from those listed below.

Registered Nurses Skills Checklists

• For Intensive Care Unit (ICU), Critical Care Unit (CCU), Cardiovascular Unit or Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU)
  Checklist for Critical Care Skills (PDF)
  
• For Emergency, Ambulatory Telemetry or Trauma Care
  Checklist for Emergency Room Skills (PDF)
  
• For Medical and Surgical Units
  Checklist for Medical/Surgical Skills (PDF)
  
• For Operating Room and Recovery Room
  Checklist for Perioperative Skills (PDF)
  
• For Psychiatric Nursing, Mental Health and Addictions Services, Crisis, Older Adult Mental Health Services
  Checklist for Psychiatric RN Skills (PDF)

Spouses Looking for Employment

If you are being considered for a position and your spouse is also looking for work in either healthcare or an unrelated field, please let our staff know. They may be aware of other opportunities within VIHA or they can assist by offering tips, networking ideas or where to look for other types of work in the area. 

• WorkBC - B.C.'s Online Guide to Employment Resources

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