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The First Nations Health Authority (FNHA) is the first and only provincial health organization of its kind in Canada. Our mission is to transform the way health care is delivered to First Nations people in BC.

Types of careers at the FNHA

From medical staff and allied health professionals to clinical support jobs and corporate leadership positions, we offer a wide variety of professions at the FNHA.

Nursing

Our nursing team delivers care and support to First Nations people and communities in BC. Learn more about nursing at the FNHA.

Medical staff

The FNHA offers career opportunities for a wide variety of medical staff jobs. Learn more about our primary care opportunities.

Clinical and administrative support jobs

Work among a team of supportive healthcare professionals who share a passion for First Nations care.

We offer a wide variety of clinical and administrative support roles, including but not limited to:

  • Medical office assistants
  • Positions within our Chief Medical Office and Chief Nursing Office
  • Positions within our Public Health Response team

Explore opportunities here.

Corporate leadership and support jobs

Our corporate team works to improve the health and well-being of First Nations in BC. They also help support our clinical front-line staff in providing culturally safe care.

We offer a wide variety of corporate and support roles, including but not limited to:

  • Human resources
  • Corporate communications
  • Positions within our Chief Executive Office
  • Policy, planning and strategic services
  • Information management & information technology
  • Finance

Explore opportunities here.

Health benefits jobs

Health Benefits provides coverage for medical and dental needs not covered by provincial, territorial, or other third-party health insurance for First Nations in BC. Explore opportunities here.

Student and recent graduate opportunities

We have a number of different student and recent graduate opportunities available at the FNHA. Explore our student and new graduate opportunities.

Work-life balance

Our commitment to work-life balance includes:

  • Flexible work arrangement where possible
  • Monday morning Coast Salish Anthem
  • Mindful Mondays, including guest Knowledge Keepers
  • Access to Not Myself Today, a workplace mental health initiative
  • Employee and Family Assistance Program

We provide ongoing training and education opportunities to promote your personal and career growth. Examples include a LinkedIn Learning membership, professional development funds and cultural safety and humility training. We will set you up for success through our employee orientation program, which includes San’yas training.

Compen­sation and benefits

The FNHA has both union and non-union roles that offer:

  • Competitive pay
  • Access to the municipal pension plan
  • Extended health and dental benefits coverage
  • Generous maternity and parental leave program
  • Health care spending account
  • Paid personal days, sick leave, volunteer day and annual leave
  • 14 paid statutory holidays

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