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 · Middleton
The Medical Laboratory Technologist performs analytical tests and procedures using both manual and automated methodologies within the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine. They are responsible for operating laboratory instruments, interpreting test results against reference intervals, and maintaining strict patient confidentiality.
On-site · Halifax
The Anaesthesia Assistant supports anaesthesiologists in all aspects of anesthesia care within the Gynecology, Breast Health, OR/PACU, and Birth Unit. Responsibilities include monitoring patients, providing technical support for difficult airways and epidurals, and educating other healthcare professionals.
On-site · Fall River
Provide comprehensive assessments and care planning for patients with complex chronic conditions within an interdisciplinary team. Balance duties between 70% clinical care and 30% research activities.
Hybrid · Kentville
The Clinical Interventionist facilitates goal-setting processes for families, conducts assessments, and develops or coordinates intervention programs for children with autism. They also provide direct supervision to program implementers and participate in interprofessional team meetings.
On-site · Halifax
The Nurse Practitioner provides advanced clinical care, diagnosis, and management for infants, children, and adolescents in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit. They also serve as an educator, consultant, and researcher while collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to ensure safe, ethical, and family-centered care.
Hybrid · Halifax
The Research Assistant will act as the primary liaison for study participants and manage daily administrative workflows. They are responsible for maintaining accurate study databases using Microsoft Excel and ensuring project milestones are met.
On-site · Halifax
The Ward Clerk performs various reception and clerical duties to ensure the efficient operation of the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. Responsibilities include data entry, maintaining supplies, performing transport functions, and managing phone communications.
On-site · Halifax
The Registered Nurse provides holistic, evidence-based care as part of an interdisciplinary team within the Pediatric Operating Room. They are responsible for nursing assessment, care planning, and coordinating patient needs to ensure high-quality surgical outcomes.
On-site · Windsor
The Health Services Manager provides strategic and operational leadership to multi-disciplinary teams within a patient-centred collaborative practice model. They work consultatively with stakeholders to ensure high-quality, safe, and cost-effective patient care services.
On-site · Yarmouth
The Environmental Services Worker is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and functional environment for patients, staff, and visitors. Duties include cleaning patient rooms and public areas, operating floor maintenance equipment, and managing furniture and drapes.
On-site · Halifax
The Registered Nurse provides holistic, evidence-based care to postpartum women, infants, and their families as part of an interdisciplinary team. They are responsible for nursing assessment, care planning, and the implementation of health promotion and illness prevention strategies.
On-site · Halifax
The Registered Nurse provides holistic, evidence-based care within the pediatric operating room as part of an interdisciplinary team. They are responsible for nursing assessments, planning and implementing patient care, and coordinating with families to ensure high-quality surgical outcomes.
Hybrid · Halifax
The Occupational Therapist is responsible for assessing, evaluating, and developing care plans for children within a tertiary, interdisciplinary rehabilitation clinic. They collaborate with families, healthcare team members, and community partners to ensure continuity of care and participate in discipline-specific meetings and committees.
On-site · New Glasgow
The Clinical Therapist delivers evidence-based psycho-social assessments and treatments to adults with mental health and substance use disorders within a multidisciplinary team. They participate in consultation groups to ensure clinical effectiveness and adhere to professional ethical standards and care pathways.
On-site · Halifax
The Licensed Practical Nurse provides direct patient care within the Family Newborn Care Unit as part of an interdisciplinary team. They are responsible for assessing patients, implementing nursing care plans, and collaborating with Registered Nurses and physicians to meet patient needs.
Hybrid · Halifax
The Administrative Assistant provides high-quality administrative and organizational support to the Mental Health and Addictions team. Responsibilities include managing patient inquiries, coordinating schedules, maintaining databases, and providing reception and registration services.
On-site · Halifax
The Registered Nurse provides holistic, evidence-based care as part of an interdisciplinary team to support postpartum women, infants, and their families. They are responsible for nursing assessment, care planning, and the implementation of interventions to promote health and restore patient well-being.
On-site · Truro
The Electrician is responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems and equipment within Nova Scotia Health facilities. They contribute to safe and effective operations by providing a full range of electrical services for both day-to-day maintenance and project-related activities.
On-site · Amherst
The Clinical Therapist provides assessment, treatment planning, and crisis management for clients within the Mental Health and Addictions Adult Service team. They also participate in quality initiatives and collaborate with families to support person-centred care and recovery.
On-site · Dartmouth
The Health Services Manager provides operational and administrative leadership for specialty mental health and addictions programs in collaboration with physician co-leads. They are responsible for service planning, quality improvement, system integration, and fostering accountability across interdisciplinary teams.
