UI/UX Designer - YourHealthNS, Information Management & Technology (204199)
UI/UX Designer - YourHealthNS, Information Management & Technology (204199)
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Job Description
Req ID: 204199
Location: CentralZoneBethune Building - QEII
Department: IMIT YHNS STRAT - Digital Front Door
Type of Employment: TemporaryHourly FT long-assignment(100%) x 1
Management/Non UnionPosition
Posting Closing Date: 18-Jun-25
Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. Were on a mission to achieve excellence in health healing and learning through working together which is reflected in the hospitals health centres and community-based programs we operate across the province. Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic tertiary and quaternary care as well as continuing care primary health care public health and mental health and addictions. Join a diverse team of innovators collaborators and creative thinkers today.
Nova Scotia Health employs professionals in all corners of our beautiful province. We believe theres a place here for everyone to call home from vibrant cities with exuberant nightlife to quaint towns with picturesque trails. The work-life balance that comes with a Nova Scotia Health role means youll have the time to explore discover and participate in that coveted Atlantic lifestyle. Visit us today and check out to see why more people from across the globe are moving here.
About the Opportunity
This role will develop innovative design solutions that enhance user experience.
User-Centered Design
Design intuitive and visually appealing user interfaces for web and mobile applications ensuring alignment with organizational goals and user needs.
Conduct user research usability testing and competitive analysis to gather insights and inform design decisions.
Prototyping and Development Support
Develop wireframes prototypes and user flows that effectively communicate design concepts and support business objectives.
Collaborate with developers to ensure seamless integration of designs into production addressing any technical constraints.
Optimization and Accessibility
Optimize interfaces for responsiveness performance and accessibility ensuring compliance with accessibility standards and best practices.
Continuously refine designs based on user feedback analytics and evolving project requirements.
Stakeholder Engagement
Present and justify design concepts to stakeholders incorporating feedback to iterate and improve solutions.
Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure designs align with overall project goals and timelines.
About You
We would love to hear from you if you have the following:
- Bachelors degree in Design Human-Computer Interaction Computer Science or another related program required
- 1-3 years professional experience in UI/UX design on both web and mobile platforms required
- Proficiency in design and prototyping tools such as Figma Adobe XD or Sketch.
- Basic knowledge of front-end development (HTML CSS JavaScript) an asset
- Familiarity with tools like Google Analytics or PageSense for user data analysis an asset
- Understanding the role of microcopy in improving user interactions and clarity an asset
- Strong understanding of UX principles interaction design and information architecture
- Experience with responsive design and accessibility standards (e.g. WCAG)
- Ability to translate analytics and user feedback into actionable design improvements
- Advanced knowledge of creating designs optimized for multiple devices and screen sizes
- Expert knowledge of project management methodologies and frameworks
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word Excel PowerPoint)
- Excellent communication skills; able to speak listen and write in a clear confident thorough and timely manner using appropriate and effective communication tools and techniques
- Effective time management and decision-making ability to set priorities based on deadlines (both internal and external); demonstrated capacity to manage multiple priorities with minimal supervision
- Highly resourceful and adaptable with the ability to problem-solve
- Strong attention to detail
- Organization and planning skills including developing a work schedule monitoring progress towards goals and tracking details data information and activities
- Adaptability to changing technologies and project requirements
- Leadership qualities with a focus on mentoring and knowledge sharing
Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education experience training and certifications.
Hours
- Long-assignment Full-time Position; 75 Hours Bi-weekly
- Approximately 24 months (assignment length is subject to change)
Compensation and Benefits
$38.36 - $47.95 Hourly
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.
Once Youve Applied
Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
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.
Employment Type
Temp
