Job Description
We are seeking passionate and skilled clinical midwives to join our team in a stunning rural setting. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience working in midwifery-led, women-centered models of care, with advanced skills across the continuum of care.
The successful candidate will work within a caseload midwifery-led model throughout pregnancy, labor, birth, and the postnatal period. They will provide continuity of midwifery care, supporting women either at home or in hospital, with a focus on providing safe, effective care in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.
Required Skills and Qualifications
* Extensive experience working in midwifery-led, women-centered models of care
* Advanced skills across the continuum of care
* Knowledge of and demonstrated practice within current professional guidance for Midwives and National Midwifery Guidelines for Consultation and Referral
* Experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, including understanding of WA Health Aboriginal Cultural Respect Implementation Framework
* Effective communication and interpersonal skills
* Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team
* Commitment to quality improvement, customer service, and clinical governance
Benefits
The Western Australian Country Health Service offers a competitive salary and a range of benefits, including:
* Up to $9,010 in benefits covering mortgage, rent, and living expenses
* Up to $2,650 for meals and entertainment
* Access to novated vehicle leasing and pre-tax vehicle expenses
* Flexible working and leave arrangements
* Discounts across some private health care funds for employees
The Country Nursing & Midwifery Incentive Program supports nurses and midwives in eligible roles with financial incentives ranging from $5,000 to $17,000 over 12 months.
Additional Information
This is an extended recruitment pool. Applications are monitored regularly, and suitable candidates may be appointed until further notice.
All staff are subject to criminal record screening and integrity checks. Employment is conditional on satisfactory Pre-Employment Health Assessment.