Overview
We are looking for a passionate and dedicated midwife with an interest in obstetric care and clinical research to join the South Western Sydney Obstetric Research Group. This role offers an exciting opportunity to enhance specialist skills, contribute to meaningful research, and be involved in multidisciplinary education.
Responsibilities
Support clinical research activities within the obstetric services, including collecting blood samples and swabs, and helping the clinic accommodate a higher volume of patients for research purposes. Contribute to ongoing research activities and the growth of the biobank.
Where You'll Be Working
South Western Sydney Local Health District (SWSLHD) serves one of Australia's most multicultural regions, providing patient-centered care across hospitals and health services including Bankstown-Lidcombe, Bowral & District, Camden, Campbelltown, Fairfield, and Liverpool Hospitals. SWSLHD offers a supportive work environment with opportunities for professional development and career progression.
How To Apply
To be considered for this position, please address the questions as thoroughly as possible. Applicants should ensure they meet the essential criteria and provide clear evidence of practice and experience.
Qualifications
* Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Midwife with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
* Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and engage with patients, families, carers and multidisciplinary health care teams to identify and respond to care needs.
* Evidence of critical thinking in the delivery of evidence-based midwifery care.
* Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P2). If you hold a NSW C class license from another state, you must obtain a NSW C class license within three months of appointment. Learner's licenses are not permitted.
Additional Information
* Salary: $36.38 – $51.08 per hour.
* Application Close Date: 07/09/2025
* Requisition ID: REQ597775
* Location: SWSLHD District Wide Service
* Employment Type: Permanent Full or Part Time, up to 38 hours per week
Benefits
* Salary packaging available; see Smart Salary for details.
* Discounted Gym Membership/Corporate Wellbeing Programs (Fitness Passport).
Eligibility
To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
Equal Opportunity
South Western Sydney Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applicants from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds, people with a disability, and the LGBTQI+ community to apply. We are committed to a child-safe culture to protect children and young people in our care.
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