Internationally Educated Psychologist (PhD & Masters) Req ID: 215176
Location: Various Sites and Community-based Locations Throughout Nova Scotia
Department:Services and Programs Throughout Nova Scotia Health
Type of Employment: Permanent, Assignments, and Casual Relief Opportunities Available
Union:Based on Bargaining Unit and Constituent Union/Non-Union Position
About the Prospect The Psychologist is a member of the interdisciplinary team. The incumbent will collaborate with other members of the team while providing assessment, diagnosis, consultation, and psychotherapy. The ability to conduct both individual and group treatment is required. As well, the incumbent will be required to work collaboratively with family physicians and other service providers and community agencies in the context of providing care. The successful candidate will be required to participate in quality improvement initiatives including peer supervision processes for ongoing clinical development.

Licensure for International Educated Psychologist Before applying for a psychologist position in Nova Scotia, you’ll need to be licensed by the Nova Scotia Regulator of Psychology (NSRP). For U.S.-trained psychologists, this process focuses on confirming that your education, supervised experience, and examinations meet Canadian standards. It typically includes credential review, completion of supervised practice requirements, and passing the Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology (EPPP), with additional assessments as required. We recommend starting the licensing process early to allow time for review—and our team is here to support you throughout the journey.
We want to hear from you if you have the following:
Recognized PhD/PsyD in Clinical Psychology or Masters in Psychologyfrom an accredited university program
Current registration or eligible as a Psychologist with the Nova Scotia Board Regulator of Psychology (NSRP) or current listing on the Candidate Register under the supervision of a Registered Psychologist




A minimum of two years relevant clinical experience is preferred
Formal training and clinical experience in conducting psychological and cognitive assessment and consultation
Experience and expertise in conducting structured clinical interviews and assessments
Demonstrated experience and expertise in formulating and implementing treatment plans
Travel may be required
Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred
Please ensure your resume includes all relevant education, experience, training and certifications.
Hours Various permanent, assignments (temporary), casual relief (no guarantee of hours), and opportunities available in various locations throughout Nova Scotia
You will be given the opportunity to specify your work hours and location preferences in the application
Compensation and Advantages Psychologist (Masters)
$42.21 - $58.30 Hourly
Candidate Registered (step 4): $49.24 Hourly
Masters Registered (steps 5-8): $51.22 - $58.30 Hourly
$73.46 hourly with 25 years service with the employer
Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.
Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.
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📌 Internationally Educated Psychologist (PhD & Masters) (Nova Scotia)
🏢 Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health
📍 Nova Scotia