Position
Permanent Full Time or Fixed Term Full Time appointment with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.
Location
Western Australian Country Health Service (WACHS) Kalgoorlie Health Campus. Kalgoorlie is Australia's largest Outback city located 595 km east-northeast of Perth.
Overview
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Clinical Midwife Manager to lead an exceptional team in a vibrant regional setting. The role involves managing the services, operations, and resources of the Maternity Unit, ensuring we meet WACHS requirements and regional population needs. The Clinical Midwife Manager will provide clinical leadership, oversee standards of midwifery and neonatal nursing practice, and ensure the provision of safe, effective, and efficient client care.
Ideal Candidate
* Demonstrated experience in managing Maternal and Newborn Services, including financial and clinical resource management.
* Proven ability to drive complex change management processes and lead a team effectively.
* Highly developed verbal, written, interpersonal, and negotiation skills, with the ability to engage a diverse range of stakeholders.
* Strong analytical and evaluation skills to facilitate innovative solutions to sensitive challenges.
* Familiarity with contemporary quality and risk management principles.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and manage a multi‐disciplinary team within the Maternity and Assessment Unit, Birth Suite, Special Care Nursery, and Antenatal Clinic.
* Develop and implement operational plans to utilise human, financial, and physical resources effectively, in line with regional priorities.
* Provide advanced patient care, management, expert consultancy, and support both within and beyond the hospital setting.
* Foster a culturally sensitive environment that supports Aboriginal and other culturally diverse communities.
* Initiate quality improvement, risk management, and change management strategies to enhance services.
* Oversee staffing, rosters, and the recruitment and orientation of new staff to ensure the delivery of high‐quality care.
Benefits
* Paid Study Leave
* Generous Salary Packaging Benefits
* Up to $9010 on a range of benefits including mortgage, rent, and everyday living expenses
* Up to $2650 on meals and entertainment
* Access to novated vehicle leasing and pre‐tax vehicle expenses
* Flexible working and leave arrangements
* Professional Development opportunities
* 12% Superannuation Guarantee
* Discounts across private health care funds (details available on request)
Eligibility for Application
Applicants must have a valid working visa (for fixed term appointments) or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or visa holder eligible to live and work indefinitely in Australia (for permanent appointments).
Diversity Statement
We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce where every employee feels valued and empowered. We believe a diverse team brings unique perspectives and drives innovation to meet our community's needs. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences. Under sections 51, 66R and 66ZP of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984, we 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).
Contact
For further details contact Kylie Ekins on 08 9080 5812.
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