The IWK is a world-class women’s and children’s health centre serving over a million patients and families each year. We are integrated within our communities throughout Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) and in Waterville, located in the Annapolis Valley. Patients and families tell us we provide excellent care in a unique and passionate environment. Our practice is rooted in a collaborative model that integrates talented people with new technologies, research, training and clinical excellence. We provide the most complex levels of care in our region, but we are also firmly entrenched at the community level, providing select primary and secondary care services. We’re also a strong advocate for the health of families. The IWK is a global leader in research and knowledge sharing and a partner in educating the next generation of health professionals. We are extremely proud of those we serve, those we work with and our work.
Our mission is to "passionately pursue a healthy future for women, children, youth and families". We cannot do this without engaging top talent in a collaborative, supportive work environment.
The IWK Health Centre is provides service within five specialized programs;
Current vacancies open to the public: JOB POSTINGS for EXTERNAL APPLICANTS
Current vacancies for IWK employees only: JOB POSTINGS for INTERNAL EMPLOYEES
Current vacancies for physicians: JOB POSTINGS for PHYSICIANS
External applicants can search by profession (e.g.Nursing) and set up a Job Alert to become instantly aware of new postings of interest.An offer of employment for successful external applicants is contingent upon completion of a satisfactory Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search as well as a Child Abuse Registry Check.
For technical support with online applications, please contact human.resources@iwk.nshealth.ca.
A prime example: This past March, employees mobilized to create this “happy” experience in the IWK Gallery on the first day of spring. It had been a long, snowy winter, and they wanted to spread some happiness. Watch here for a glimpse of IWK passion. At the IWK, we live our core values and beliefs; they aren’t just signage in a lobby or “About Us” website content. Our commitment to the cause – to the best care and health of children, youth, women and families is palpable across our organization. If you’d like to consider a position with us, read further to find out more!
Our Province - People choose to move and live here for a myriad of reasons. Our coastal areas put the wind in our sails and our Annapolis Valley region has a stunning beauty, with award winning food and wine producers. Click here to find out more about what makes our province a great place to live and work!
Benefits – The IWK offers a competitive benefits package for full- and part-time employees (and their dependents).
Partner Program – Click here to see how we can help your partner, if you are moving to the region to work at the IWK!
‘Come Join Us’ and see for yourself what makes the IWK Health Centre a great place to work!
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