Job Title: Clinical Midwife Specialist
Summary
This is a permanent part-time or fixed-term part-time appointment for a clinical midwife specialist at Carnarvon District Hospital - Midwest. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing high-quality women's-centered care, developing standards of practice, and implementing changes to clinical practice.
Responsibilities
* Lead the care of pregnant women seeking pregnancy, birthing, and postnatal care within the community and Family Birth Centre (MGP)
* Deliver quality women's centered care, developing standards of practice, implementing changes to clinical practice, and initiating research and quality improvement activities
* Provide a consultative service within area of expertise to customers within the hospital
Requirements
* Demonstrated significant knowledge, experience, and leadership in clinical midwifery
* Able to work independently or within a collegiate team situation using effective interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills
* People management abilities commensurate with the role
* Knowledge and application of quality improvement initiatives using research principles to support evidence-based practice, including development of policies and guidelines
What We Offer
* Generous salary packaging benefits
* Location based allowances, including additional north west paid leave and district allowance
* Paid study leave assistance and access to novated leasing for a car and expenses
* Professional development opportunities and continuous learning opportunities
* Flexible working practices and consideration will be given to flexible work/roster options where operationally appropriate
Eligibility to Apply
Applicants must have a valid working visa, be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia.