Midwifery and Maternity Care Specialist
1 month ago
About the Role
We are seeking a skilled midwife to join our team in the Maternity Unit's Inpatient Unit at Grampians Health Ballarat.
The maternity unit comprises 16 inpatient beds, 3-5 birthing suites and a labour ward triage area. As a level 5 maternity service with a level 4 SCN, you will be working on a floor with 8-10 cots.
You will work within a multidisciplinary team to facilitate best practice and service delivery to clients and their families within the Maternity department.
Key Responsibilities
- Promote high standards of care by partnering with patients and the community, advocating for patient rights, and supporting evidence-based practices.
- Model positive change, engage in midwifery innovations, and participate actively in committees and working groups.
- Deliver safe, quality, family-centred care and actively support and promote positive change at both local and organizational levels.
- Use organizational resources responsibly and cost-effectively, understand the annual budget framework, and operate within established delegations of authority.
- Apply evidence-based midwifery expertise to enhance practice, make timely decisions to meet the needs of patients and staff, participate in decision-making at local and Directorate levels, and support relevant research to improve health outcomes for all cultural groups.
Requirements and Qualifications
- Holds a current AHPRA registration and practicing certificate, with demonstrated clinical knowledge, organizational skills, and proficiency in using maternity-related ICT.
- Collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team, communicate well with patients, visitors, and staff, and possess strong interpersonal skills.
- Commit to ongoing education, engage in evidence-based practice and research, and continuously develop professional skills.
- Recent maternity care experience, ability to work across the childbearing continuum, and possession of relevant certifications or qualifications, such as childbirth education or lactation consultancy.
- Holds a current driver's license and is prepared to work flexibly as required.
Benefits
- Flexible work arrangements and purchase leave opportunities.
- Salary packaging for living expenses such as rent/mortgage plus meals, entertainment & holidays.
- Access to Staff Fitness program.
- Staff rewards and recognition programs.
Estimated Salary: $120,000 - $140,000 per annum
About Us
Grampians Health provides healthcare to a large region at our campuses based in Ballarat, Dimboola, Edenhope, Horsham and Stawell.
Our mission is to deliver sustainable healthcare tailored to evolving community and workforce needs. We strive to enhance services and careers, providing quality healthcare to rural and regional communities.
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