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Are you an experienced Clinical Midwife seeking an exciting opportunity to manage and coordinate evidence-based midwifery care within a dynamic healthcare environment? If so, then we invite you to join our dedicated team at Bunbury Hospital.
WACHS nursing & midwifery workforce web page
This is a Recruitment Pool for suitably qualified Clinical Midwives covering:
Permanent - Full Time, Permanent - Part Time, Fixed Term - Full Time, and Fixed Term - Part Time appointments, with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.
The Following Should Be Noted
* The panel will monitor this recruitment pool for applications and will assess on a regular basis.
* Interviews may not be conducted as part of the process however applicants may be contacted to provide additional information.
* Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may be made when similar vacancies occur.
* Appointments may be made from this pool until 27/02/2026.
Position Overview: In this pivotal role, you will utilise your advanced midwifery skills and leadership capabilities to provide outstanding clinical supervision, ensuring the highest standards of woman-centred care across the continuum. Your responsibilities will include operational management of the unit, as well as providing advice and guidance on clinical standards in collaboration with senior staff.
Ideal Candidate
* Demonstrated advanced clinical knowledge and experience in evidence-based midwifery care.
* Ability to function effectively as both a team leader and team member in a multidisciplinary setting.
* Exceptional communication skills with a strong capability in negotiation and conflict resolution.
* Knowledge of quality and risk management principles as they apply to clinical practice.
* Familiarity with legislative obligations relevant to healthcare service delivery in Australia.
* Proficient in using computer systems for reporting and documentation purposes.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide advanced, evidence-based midwifery care in alignment with the Nursing & Midwifery Board of Australia Decision-Making Framework.
* Lead and support a multidisciplinary team to deliver exceptional, consumer-focused maternity care.
* Maintain a safe environment by overseeing assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care practices.
* Facilitate professional development and training opportunities for midwives and nursing staff to enhance their competencies.
* Actively engage in quality improvement and research initiatives to elevate the standards of care within the unit.
About Us
The WA Country Health Service’s core business is the provision of quality, accessible health services to people from large regional centres to those in small remote communities.
Our vision is to be global leader in rural and remote healthcare.
Our values of Community, Compassion, Quality, Integrity, Equity and Curiosity shape who we are, how we behave, how we interact with each other, how we make decisions and how we provide care to our patients.
About The REGION
Working with WA Country Health Service - South West
Learn more about living and working in country WA by visiting our website at WA Country Health Service - Living and working in country WA
To learn more about the role, please refer to the attached Job Description Form and contact the Bunbury Maternity Manager on 9722 1337.
Why work for us: In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits:
* 12% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice. For further information click here.
* As a WA Country Health Service employee, you’re entitled to discounts across some private health care funds (flyer attached)
* Generous salary packaging benefits:
o Up to $9010 on a range of benefits such as mortgage, your rent or other everyday living expenses
o Up to $2650 on meal entertainment, holiday accommodation and venue hire
o Access to novated leasing to use pre-tax dollars for a car and expenses
* Professional Development Opportunities and Study Leave/assistance
* Flexible working arrangements
* Flexible leave arrangements
* Other professional and location-based allowance
Application Instructions: Applicants are requested to apply online via the ‘apply for job’ button below. Please provide the following documents and information as part of your application:
* A detailed cover letter and resume that clearly demonstrates your relevant work experience and achievements including the contact details of 2 referees (including a current line manager).
* A written statement addressing the work-related requirements in the JDF (maximum 3-4 pages).
If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.
Eligibility to Apply: Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions in the public sector. Eligibility for sponsorship may be considered for some vacancies. You are encouraged to discuss this with the contact person listed in the advertisement before completing the application as there are several steps that are required to be completed prior to progressing any application for employment.
WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.
WA Health supports flexible working practices within the context of a quality health service. WA Health is committed to a smoke free environment across all buildings, grounds, and vehicles.
Other Conditions: WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. Referees may also be asked to comment on an applicant’s integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour.
This vacancy is subject to a Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check. For further information please refer to the WWC website at:
Please note this recruitment process requires completion of satisfactory Pre-Employment Health Assessment (PEHA). Any offer of employment with WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is conditional on satisfactory PEHA to ensure you are able to perform the inherent requirements of the position. An unsatisfactory PEHA will result in the offer of employment being withdrawn. Please see the attached WACHS PEHA Policy for further information.
We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce where every employee feels valued and empowered. We believe that a diverse team brings unique perspectives and drives innovation to meet our community’s needs. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences to join us in shaping a more equitable future and as a measure to achieve equality, under sections 51, 66R and 66ZP of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984, encourage applications from people living with a disability, Aboriginal people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, women and youth (24 years of age and under).
Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be accepted.
LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.