Find Your Ideal Career at Cowichan District Hospital
Help us build a community of care in a community that cares.
Why Work With Us
With a new replacement hospital on the horizon and opening its doors in 2027, Cowichan District Hospital in Duncan on Vancouver Island, BC has multiple career opportunities in all areas including: medical staff, allied health, clinical support, corporate and support services.
We are proud to be an award-winning employer offering competitive wages, exceptional benefits, generous leave, Municipal Pension Plan, employee and family assistance program, discount program and more.
As a signatory to the 2015 Declaration of Commitment to Cultural Safety and Cultural Humility, Island Health is committed to addressing the ongoing impacts of colonialism and Indigenous- specific racism in order to provide a culturally safe, inclusive, healthy and respectful environment.
If you are looking for a new, fulfilling career in a vibrant, culturally diverse community that cares, we encourage you to apply today.
Currently Recruiting
Cowichan District Hospital is currently seeking to fill the following positions. Multiple opportunities, including temporary, casual, regular part-time and regular full-time positions, are currently available. Click on a position to learn more.
- Pediatricians
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Join the team of pediatricians with Island Health and become part of a welcoming and collegial team that provides excellent care to the smallest of patients. We are actively seeking candidates at Cowichan District Hospital in Duncan on Vancouver Island, BC.
A new world-class replacement hospital is opening its doors in 2027, built on the unceded traditional territory of Cowichan Tribes. Our affiliation with the University of British Columbia’s Island Medical Program ensures top-tier education for future physicians. You’ll have the chance to contribute to medical education and work alongside university affiliates in a dynamic practice environment.
Our hospital actively supports medical trainees, including medical students, family practice residents and specialists in training.
Connect with a member of our Medical Staff Recruitment team today.
- Psychiatrists
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Come join the Island Health team as a psychiatrist in the Cowichan Valley on Vancouver Island, BC. We are currently seeking qualified candidates for several full and part-time positions that span the continuum of care including, General, Child and Adolescent, Adult, Addictions and Geriatric Psychiatrists.
Work in a collaborative setting with colleagues that prioritize continuous learning, personal and professional growth and a healthy work-life balance. You will have the opportunity to make a positive impact in our communities, shore your unique perspectives and strengthen our diverse psychiatry team on Vancouver Island.
Our affiliation with the University of British Columbia’s Island Medical Program ensures top-tier education for future physicians. You will have the chance to contribute to medical education, working alongside university affiliates in a dynamic practice environment.
We are actively seeking candidates at Cowichan District Hospital in Duncan on Vancouver Island, BC. A new world-class replacement hospital is opening its doors in 2027, built on the unceded traditional territory of Cowichan Tribes.
Connect with a member of our Medical Staff Recruitment team today.
- Physiotherapists
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Come join the Island Health team as a physiotherapist in the Cowichan Valley on Vancouver Island, BC. We are currently seeking qualified candidates to join our growing team. This position is eligible for up to a $20,000 signing bonus!
Cowichan District Hospital is opening a new world-class replacement hospital in 2027, built on the unceded traditional territory of Cowichan Tribes. With this expansion, there will be many exciting opportunities to grow in your practice and contribute to the overall patient care experience. These positions would be a great fit for you if you love the outdoors, want to escape big city living, and are looking for a fulfilling career in a vibrant, culturally diverse community that cares. These positions are eligible for an exceptional employer-paid benefits package as well!
Apply today and connect with a member of our Cowichan recruitment team.
Please reach out to our Indigenous Recruitment and Retention team for support with your application if you identify as Indigenous.
Rate of pay: $42.56 – $52.95 hourly
- Hospitalists
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Island Health is seeking hospitalists to join a supportive and collegial group of physicians with diverse backgrounds who share a commitment to our teams, with a strong emphasis on work life balance. Our hospitalists pride themselves on a supportive environment with great specialist relations to ensure the highest level of care is provided to unattached inpatients at community hospitals across Vancouver Island.
We are actively seeking candidates at Cowichan District Hospital in Duncan on Vancouver Island, BC. A new world-class replacement hospital is opening its doors in 2027, built on the unceded traditional territory of Cowichan Tribes.
Our affiliation with the University of British Columbia’s Island Medical Program ensures top-tier education for future physicians. You’ll have the chance to contribute to medical education, working alongside university affiliates in a dynamic practice environment.
Connect with a member of our Medical Staff Recruitment team today.
- Emergency Physicians
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Join Island Health’s Department of Emergency Medicine and become part of a welcoming and collegial team of physicians that provides emergency service and urgent care to local residents and diverse populations.
We are actively seeking candidates at Cowichan District Hospital in Duncan on Vancouver Island, BC. A new world-class replacement hospital is opening its doors in 2027, built on the unceded traditional territory of Cowichan Tribes.
We invite you to view our flexible practice opportunities and bring your skills to our community. Our affiliation with the University of British Columbia’s Island Medical Program ensures top-tier education for future physicians. You’ll have the chance to contribute to medical education, working alongside university affiliates in a dynamic practice environment. Our hospital actively supports medical trainees, including medical students, family practice residents and specialists in training.
Connect with a member of our Medical Staff Recruitment team today.
- Registered Nurses
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Come join the Island Health team as a registered nurse in the Cowichan Valley on Vancouver Island, BC. We are currently seeking qualified candidates to join our growing team. This position is eligible for up to a $20,000 signing bonus! Employees must meet eligibility criteria. Discuss your eligibility with a recruiter today!
Cowichan District Hospital is opening a new world-class replacement hospital in 2027, built on the unceded traditional territory of Cowichan Tribes. With this expansion, there will be many exciting opportunities in all programs, including specialty areas. These positions would be a great fit for you if you love the outdoors, want to escape big city living, and are looking for a new, fulfilling career in a vibrant, culturally diverse community that cares. Enjoy an exceptional employer-paid benefits package. Port your seniority from other provincial health authorities.
Apply today and connect with a member of our Cowichan recruitment team.
Please reach out to our Indigenous Recruitment and Retention team for support with your application if you identify as Indigenous.
Rate of pay: $41.42 – $59.52 hourly
Visit our job posting on VI Hire
- Licensed Practical Nurses
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Come join the Island Health team as a licensed practical nurse in the Cowichan Valley on Vancouver Island, BC. We are currently seeking qualified candidates to join our growing team. This position is eligible for up to a $20,000 signing bonus! Employees must meet eligibility criteria. Discuss your eligibility with a recruiter today!
Cowichan District Hospital is opening a new world-class replacement hospital in 2027, built on the unceded traditional territory of Cowichan Tribes. With this expansion, there will be many exciting opportunities in all programs, including specialty areas. These positions would be a great fit for you if you love the outdoors, want to escape big city living, and are looking for a new, fulfilling career in a vibrant, culturally diverse community that cares. Enjoy an exceptional employer-paid benefits package. Port your seniority from other provincial health authorities.
Apply today and connect with a member of our Cowichan recruitment team.
Please reach out to our Indigenous Recruitment and Retention team for support with your application if you identify as Indigenous.
Rate of pay: $32.84 – $44.96 hourly
Visit our job posting on VI Hire.
- Pharmacy Technicians
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Come join the Island Health team as a pharmacy technician in the Cowichan Valley on Vancouver Island, BC. We are currently seeking qualified candidates to join our growing team. This position is eligible for up to a $20,000 signing bonus! Employees must meet eligibility criteria. Discuss your eligibility with a recruiter today!
Cowichan District Hospital is opening a new world-class replacement hospital in 2027, built on the unceded traditional territory of Cowichan Tribes. With this expansion, there will be many exciting opportunities to grow in your practice and contribute to the overall patient care experience.
These positions would be a great fit for you if you love the outdoors, want to escape big city living, and are looking for a new, fulfilling career in a vibrant, culturally diverse community that cares. Enjoy an exceptional employer-paid benefits package. Port your seniority from other provincial health authorities.
Apply today and connect with a member of our Cowichan recruitment team.
Please reach out to our Indigenous Recruitment and Retention team for support with your application if you identify as Indigenous.
Rate of pay: $34.18 hourly
Visit our job posting on VI Hire.
- Nurse Practitioners
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Come join the Island Health team as a nurse practitioner in the Cowichan Valley on Vancouver Island, BC. We are currently seeking qualified candidates to join our growing team.
Cowichan District Hospital is opening a new world-class replacement hospital in 2027, built on the unceded traditional territory of Cowichan Tribes. With this expansion, there will be many exciting opportunities in all programs, including specialty areas. These positions would be a great fit for you if you love the outdoors, want to escape big city living, and are looking for a new, fulfilling career in a vibrant, culturally diverse community that cares. Enjoy an exceptional employer-paid benefits package. Port your seniority from other provincial health authorities.
Apply today and connect with a member of our Cowichan recruitment team.
Please reach out to our Indigenous Recruitment and Retention team for support with your application if you identify as Indigenous.
Rate of pay: $59.79 – $85.95 hourly
Visit our job posting on VI Hire.
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New Replacement Hospital
Construction for the new Cowichan District Hospital launched in 2023 and it is expected to open its doors in 2027. The replacement will be three times larger with capacity for 204 beds. It will be B.C.’s first fully electric hospital and is being built to LEED Gold standards for environmental sustainability.
The new facility is being built on the unceded, traditional territory of Cowichan Tribes.
Staff, patients, and Indigenous partners have contributed to a design with improved patient experience and provider wellness in mind, incorporating healing design and a strong connection to the natural environment.
Work-Life Balance in the Cowichan Valley
Cowichan Valley communities range from charming seaside villages to bustling town centres near the centrally located city of Duncan, B.C. The lush, rolling green landscapes and picturesque beaches are great for unwinding, but adventure-seekers also enjoy world-class fly-fishing, kayaking, wildlife viewing, rainforest hiking, golfing, and much more.
With excellent public schools, early learning programs, French Immersion, nature-based centres and several distinguished private schools, this is a wonderful place to raise your family. Your children can choose from a variety of sports and art clubs and the whole family can enjoy state-of-the-art recreation facilities.
If you are looking for year-round work-life balance, this region has a mild climate that allows for an active lifestyle every day of the year. It also gets enough summer sunshine to make it a thriving winery region. The Cowichan Valley is Canada’s only Mediterranean climatic zone and boasts the warmest year-round temperatures in Canada. In fact, Cowichan in Hul’q’umi’num’ is Quw’utsun which translates to English means “The People of the Warm Land”.
What are you waiting for? Our career opportunities at Cowichan District Hospital would be a great fit for you if you love the outdoors, want to escape big-city living, and are looking for a new, fulfilling career in a vibrant, culturally diverse community that cares.
BC Top Employer
Island Health has once again been selected as one of BC’s Top Employers (2025) in a competition that aims to identify employers who lead their industries by providing exceptional workplaces for their employees.
This annual provincial competition is organized by the editors of Canada’s Top 100 Employers. Employers are evaluated based on eight criteria, and results are published in the Vancouver Sun.
In 2024, Island Health was selected as a BC Top Employer for multiple reasons including our retirement planning options through Municipal Pension Plan, our transit, parking and commuting assistance for employees, and our staff training and development programs.
Reconciliation
At Cowichan District Hospital (CDH), we humbly and respectfully acknowledge that the new Cowichan District Hospital is being built, and we are gathered to work, upon the unceded traditional lands of the Quw’utsun. We also recognize the neighbouring unceded traditional territories of the Ditidaht, Pacheedaht, Ts’uubaa-asatx, Málexeł, Stz’uminus’, Leey’qsun, Spune’luxutth, and Xeláltxw Peoples.
As an organization, we are committed to Cultural Safety and Humility and we demonstrate this through our actions to address Indigenous-specific racism, systemic racism and the ongoing impacts of colonialism. We also want our workforce to more closely resemble the population that we serve. That is why Island Health has formed an Indigenous Recruitment & Retention Team, which is available to assist you with your application if you identify as Indigenous.
When you join our team at Cowichan District Hospital, we will support you in your journey to deepening your practice and knowledge to provide Culturally Safe Care for Indigenous Peoples within the territory. The new Cowichan District Hospital will serve the Members of these nine Nations, and all those living, working, learning, and visiting within this region.
Employee Testimonials
If you are planning a move, the Cowichan Valley has everything you can imagine. It is a great place to grow your family and experience life. I love the Cowichan Valley and all it has to offer. The lakes, oceans, forests and outside opportunities have anchored me here. No better place on earth. Cindy, Registered Nurse
My favourite part about working at CDH is the team I work with - and I don't have a single traffic light to go through to get to work! I like to go hiking and bicycling; we have tons of awesome trails and mountains, beautiful lakes to boat, swim and enjoy time on. I also enjoy the accessible trails to use my side by side (UTV) right from my house! Janice, Registered Psychiatric Nurse
I get to make a positive impact on the health and well-being of the local community; it's truly fulfilling. I can't remember how many patients have expressed their gratitude for the kindness and compassion they experienced during their time at the hospital. This heartfelt appreciation reminds me of the importance of our work. Heeweon, Medical Radiation Technologist
Connect With Us
Do you have questions about working at Cowichan District Hospital?
Connect with our friendly Recruitment Services teams by email.
