IWK Health is a renowned academic health center in Halifax, dedicated to patient-centered care, research, and education for women, children, and families across Atlantic Canada.
Halifax Regional Municipality & Waterville, Nova Scotia
IWK Health is an internationally recognized academic health sciences centre located in Halifax, Nova Scotia dedicated to the highest standards of patient and family-centred care, research and education. The IWK is an integral part of the region’s communities, caring for a population of two million women, children, youth and families across Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and New Brunswick, and providing sub-specialty care to residents of Newfoundland & Labrador. As one of two provincial health authorities in Nova Scotia, the IWK is shaping, cultivating and stewarding the health agenda for families and has charted an ambitious course to world-class outcomes. MISSION: To passionately pursue a healthy future for women, children, youth and families VALUES: Safe, Compassionate Care through Leadership, Innovation, Integrity, and Partnerships
On-site · Halifax
The Clinical Care Provider delivers holistic, evidence-based nursing care as part of an interdisciplinary team within the Hematology/Oncology service. They act as a liaison between health services and community resources to ensure individualized, family-centered patient care.
On-site · Antigonish
The Rehabilitation Assistant works under the direction of therapists to deliver interventions that promote movement, function, and occupation for patients. They are also responsible for maintaining treatment areas, cleaning equipment, and managing necessary supplies.
On-site · Sydney
The Team Lead is responsible for the organization and supervision of the daily operations of the MRI unit. They are also expected to perform clinical duties within their field of competency.
On-site · Truro
The Dietitian provides competent, safe, and ethical nutritional care to patients and the community through health promotion, disease prevention, and clinical treatment. They also contribute to the inter-professional healthcare team and participate in the preceptoring of dietetic interns.
On-site · Liverpool
The Dietitian provides professional nutritional care, including the prevention and treatment of malnutrition through medical nutrition therapy. They also collaborate with healthcare teams and participate in the preceptoring and mentoring of dietetic students.
On-site · Yarmouth
The Social Worker assesses the psychosocial, emotional, and practical needs of patients and families facing life-limiting illnesses. They provide counseling, facilitate care planning, and participate in multidisciplinary rounds to support patients through the end-of-life process.
On-site · Dartmouth
The Anesthesia Assistant provides clinical and technical support in operating rooms and pre-operative areas under the direction of an Anesthesiologist. They participate in patient management and ensure all necessary anesthetic resources are prepared and available for use.
On-site · Halifax
The Anesthesia Assistant provides clinical and technical support in operating rooms and pre-operative areas under the direction of an anesthesiologist. They participate in patient management and ensure all necessary anesthetic resources are prepared and available for use.
On-site · Halifax
The Anesthesia Assistant provides clinical and technical support in pre-operative areas, operating rooms, and post-anesthesia care units. They participate in patient clinical management and ensure all necessary resources for anesthetic care are available.
On-site · Halifax
The Porter provides escort, transfer, transportation, and delivery services for patients, specimens, medications, and medical equipment. They are responsible for prioritizing tasks and interacting effectively with staff, patients, and the public.
On-site · Dartmouth
The Therapeutic Assistant supports the provision of health and therapeutic services to patients under the direction of a Recreation Therapist. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team to implement individual care plans and communicate patient-specific information.
On-site · Halifax
The Registered Nurse provides holistic, evidence-based care to patients in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit as part of an interdisciplinary team. They are responsible for nursing assessments, care planning, and coordinating patient education to promote health and restore patient well-being.
On-site · Dartmouth
The Utility Worker is responsible for maintaining hospital cleanliness through tasks such as mopping, dusting, and floor care. They also handle waste removal, laundry, room set-ups, and emergency cleanups like blood spills.
On-site · Dartmouth
The Therapeutic Assistant supports the provision of health and therapeutic services to patients under the direction of a Recreation Therapist. They work collaboratively with the inter-disciplinary team to implement care plans and communicate patient-specific information.
On-site · Halifax
The Registered Nurse provides holistic, evidence-based care to postpartum women, infants, and their families as part of an interdisciplinary team. Responsibilities include nursing assessment, care planning, patient education, and coordination of care to promote and restore health.
Hybrid · Antigonish
The Physician Recruitment Consultant leads the development and implementation of strategic recruitment and retention initiatives for physicians across Nova Scotia Health. They work collaboratively with medical leadership and community partners to manage resource planning, privileging, and credentialing functions.
On-site · Halifax
The Pharmacist Team Leader ensures safe and effective drug therapy for cardiology patients through direct patient care and clinical leadership. They also coordinate education, preceptorship, and quality improvement initiatives within the clinical pharmacy team.
On-site · Sydney
The Project Leader is responsible for the planning, coordination, and management of facility activation projects within the Cape Breton Regional Hospital redevelopment. They will oversee design consultants and contractors while ensuring projects meet budget and milestone objectives.
On-site · Annapolis Royal
The Youth Health Centre Coordinator provides leadership, service navigation, and support for youth within the school environment. They facilitate youth engagement and foster collaboration among school staff, health professionals, and community partners to promote health and well-being.
On-site · Kentville
The Radiological Technologist is responsible for delivering patient-centered care while operating diagnostic imaging equipment and performing therapeutic procedures using ionizing radiation. They must maintain effective communication within a multidisciplinary team and ensure a safe, compliant workplace environment.
