Position details at Tasmanian Government

, Northwest, Cameroon -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Jul, 26

Salary

105995.0

Posted On

20 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Yes

Skills

Midwifery, Antenatal care, Intrapartum care, Postnatal care, Clinical documentation, Patient assessment, Lactation support, Multidisciplinary collaboration, Evidence-based practice, Quality improvement, Communication, Interpersonal skills, Cultural safety, Person-centred care

Industry

Government Administration

Description

[https://publicstorage.dc2.pageuppeople.com/384/ProviderAsset/scribble/936decc3-f226-49ad-b90b-5ff28464265e.png] Make a Real Difference as a Registered Midwife Join our passionate team of healthcare professionals in North West Tasmania, where you'll provide exceptional maternity care in a supportive community environment. We're seeking dedicated Registered Midwives for multiple full-time and part-time positions within our Hospitals & Primary Care - Hospitals NW team. We offer competitive remuneration, comprehensive professional development opportunities, and flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance. Our North West location provides access to beautiful coastal communities while maintaining connections to essential services and amenities. You'll join an organisation that values diversity, promotes inclusive practices, and supports career growth through mentorship and continuing education opportunities. We're committed to creating a workplace where all team members feel valued and empowered to deliver their best work. Living and working in the best place on earth!!! Tired of big cities? How about a walk along the beach just before work? Consider moving to North West Tasmania to experience wonderful beaches, mountains, world heritage listed national parks, hinterland villages, great food, wine and more. Living in Tasmania you will experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, world-renowned food and wine, wild and beautiful landscapes, a relaxed island lifestyle, and a fascinating history. Comparatively lifestyle with fantastic properties in idyllic locations at a fraction of the cost compared to Australia’s capital cities. Traffic jam is not a common term in North West Tasmania and you will have a great work life balance. The Team: The North West Maternity Services (NWMS) is primarily located at the North West Regional Hospital, with satellite and community-based services delivered across Mersey Community Hospital (MCH), King Island District Hospital, Smithton District Hospital and West Coast District Hospital. Our service covers the full scope of maternity care including antenatal clinics, parenting education classes, pregnancy and postnatal assessment services, a 4-bed birthing suite, 20 bed inpatient ward, 8 bed special care nursery and extended care midwifery services for women when they discharge home after birth. We also offer women dedicated lactation services as well as connections through our allied health colleagues for social work, women’s health physio and diabetes services and perinatal mental health. We are growing our team & seeking applications from Registered Midwives to join us in delivering high-quality, women-centred Maternity Services. The North West Maternity Service is leading the way nationally in building towards a culture where our successes are recognised and celebrated, we don’t shy away from our challenges and instead see them as opportunities to grow and evolve with a shared purpose of the North West woman at the centre. We actively work to cultivate an environment where all people are safe to speak, learn and share ideas, no matter their role, level of experience or position. As a midwife in this exciting new service, you will have many opportunities to care for women and their babies from varied backgrounds, different social status, a range of beliefs and expectations and challenged with physical and obstetric conditions. Take a tour of your next opportunity! [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PrDYbwip27Q] What You'll Do * Provide comprehensive antenatal, intrapartum, and postnatal care * Support women and families through pregnancy, birth, and early parenting * Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal outcomes * Maintain accurate clinical documentation and care plans * Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and evidence-based practice What We're Looking For * Current registration with AHPRA as a Registered Midwife * Demonstrated clinical expertise in midwifery practice * Strong communication and interpersonal skills * Commitment to person-centred care and cultural safety * Ability to work effectively in a team environment Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application. Details of appointment: * Multiple Permanent, full time and part time, shift worker (fully rotational) position, working up to 76 hours per fortnight, commencing from as soon as you can join the team. *notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant. Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies. Salary: $78,179 to $105,995 per annum (Pro rata). Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount. * Salary range is in accordance with Nurses and Midwives (Tasmania State Service) Agreement 2023. In addition, the following allowances calculated on the salaried incremental point may be available: * Post Graduate Allowance of up to 10 % based on qualification type Salary Packaging: You’ll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible. Benefits available to eligible candidates: * Travel and relocation assistance support available up to $15,000 for eligible appointees from overseas, and up to $10,000 for appointees from interstate. * Professional development and accelerated pathways. * A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support. * Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $13.95 per week per person, or $25.95 for a family. More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here [https://www.health.tas.gov.au/careers/employee-benefits] Eligibility: Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria * Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as a Registered Midwife * Current Working with Children Registration Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check. Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance. Statement of Duties: Generic Registered Midwife (Statewide) G3-4 (July 2023) WWCR CSU.docx [https://secure.dc2.pageuppeople.com/apply/TransferRichTextFile.ashx?sData=UFUtVjMtF7SAOPysCjoAhJjtdfWv6GvTHP-cla23IeJzug6UKrCm1BW0yyFtOQ00gEcB7Y3TxSKzgiHM5KwT3MmOvVDJX9NR5ouCr3khv2FvZ4bBQ1miPjFzxB_HcvUUED-djKMrym1Yn16_GW2TZAXBZEmL_Q%7e%7e] Application Guide: * Department of Health - Applicant Guide Sep 2024.docx [https://secure.dc2.pageuppeople.com/apply/TransferRichTextFile.ashx?sData=UFUtVjMt7xNC1zRepzGVOcuhit-x_X05VsmEKgKgv-f7xtnolffFPr1YTeLthzIcS-4Y5fbPyNCErFrLa6BCdWj60jsHOaCgvyn3x2vO4WcUfx125gCEhtM0JPoEm2cdK_roMhjKfg7hWut2Bpw3UmYgtxQhXA%7e%7e] How to apply: Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered. You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required. *only Agencies specifically contracted are invited to provide applicants to this role For more information: Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy. Name: Sam Salter Position: Midwifery Unit Manager Phone: 03 6493 6586 E-mail: sam.salter@ths.tas.gov.au What it is like working at the Department of Health? Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellent are the key values to work in Department of Health. Listen to some of the lived experiences from within the department through some of our wonderful staff and hear about their journey in relocating to Tasmania! Make It Tasmania | Move for a great lifestyle [https://makeittasmania.com.au/] One Health Podcast - Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/1exxefRfdL4bmGiKhalgvw] One Health Podcast - Apple [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/one-health-podcast/id1737709275] Tasmanian Health Careers | Tasmanian [https://tasmanian.com.au/health/] Respecting diversity is the foundation of everything that Department of Health do. This allows us to instil trust and collaborate through honest and fair communication and helps cultivate an environment of growth and innovation. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive antenatal, intrapartum, and postnatal care to women and families within a multidisciplinary team. Maintain accurate clinical documentation and contribute to quality improvement initiatives and evidence-based practice.