Queensland Health (Organisation site)Birth Centre, Women's and Children's Service Group, TownsvilleSituated in tropical North Queensland, Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) provides tertiary, rural and remote health care. Townsville University Hospital is the tertiary referral centre for Northern Queensland, supporting all major specialties. This offers a diverse range of experience and opportunities for midwives, and ongoing career opportunities. Townsville HHS provides a supportive environment for midwives to work at the top of their scope of practice. Midwives working at Townsville HHS are supported to provide all aspects of midwifery care including perineal suturing, working within the Extended Practice Authority for Midwives, Cervical Ripening Balloon insertion, Implanon insertion, and working as Endorsed Midwives.Do you want to make a difference in public healthcare?Our health service offers a unique opportunity to be part of a dynamic healthcare environment focused on innovation and excellence.Our vision is world-class healthcare for northern Queensland and our purpose is "great care every day." Our values are: Integrity | Compassion | Accountability | Respect | EngagementWe are seeking committed and enthusiastic professionals to help us achieve our mission.About the opportunity:Position: Caseload MidwifeVacancy: Permanent Full-timeLocation: Birth Centre, TownsvilleWhat's on offer?Remuneration package of up to $121,464 p.a.Salary range: $82,753 to $106,144 p.a.Annualised salary with 35% loading6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading12.75% employer contribution to superannuationUniform and laundry allowancesOn call and shift allowances (if applicable)About the roleThe Caseload Midwife - Birth Centre is the lead carer who provides antenatal, intrapartum and postnatal caseload midwifery care for up to 40 women per year in a freestanding Birth Centre.The Townsville Midwifery Group Practice (MGP) provides midwifery care, within a continuity of care model, to a defined group of women within the public birthing community of Townsville. MGP Birth Centre is a group of 10 midwives who aim to facilitate active, physiological birth with minimal intervention through the provision of physical, emotional and social support and preparation in partnership with the woman and her family. The model provides continuity of carer (named midwife) through the antenatal, intrapartum and postnatal period up to six weeks postpartum for both mother and baby. The midwife remains lead carer throughout the birth continuum if no risk factors are identified as per the Australian College of Midwives Consultation and Referral Guidelines. Case conferencing with the medical consultant specialist occurs for all women identified with risk factors and plan made for continuation in the Birth Centre model or transfer of lead care to the medical model at any stage of the birth continuum.Role requirementsBachelor of Midwifery or equivalent is a mandatory qualification for this position. Appointment to this position requires proof of qualification and registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and possession of a current practising certificate.The successful candidate will be required to complete mandatory competencies including the Extended Practice Authority for Midwives, Examination of the Newborn package and the Water Immersion in Labour package, within three months of commencement.Drivers Licence: This position requires the incumbent to operate a class C motor vehicle and an appropriate license endorsement to operate this vehicle is required.Why Choose Us?Job Security: Enjoy stability in your career and a supportive employer committed to your growth.Competitive salary and benefits: We offer attractive remuneration packages, including comprehensive health benefits, professional development opportunities, and generous leave entitlements.Lifestyle and location: Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the rural, urban, country and coastal locations found within the Townsville Hospital and Health Service region provide vibrant and unique communities, affordable living with stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle.Interested?Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion, please contact Rebecca Lewis on 0436 927 204.Applications close on Tuesday, 18 February 2025.Please note that unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.Further informationWe are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.Please download the Role Description for future reference.This is a Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) risk role:Hepatitis B, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella and Pertussis.
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