Midwifery Trainee

1 month ago


Alice Springs, Northern Territory, Australia Central Australian Aboriginal Congress Full time

Join Central Australian Aboriginal Congress in delivering culturally appropriate midwifery support services to the Northern Territory's largest Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation.

About the Role

The Student Midwifery Trainee (SMT) will work under the direct supervision of a Midwife within a defined scope of practice, providing midwifery care in acute or primary health care settings.

Salary and Benefits

The salary for this role is between $56,569 and $57,895 per annum, with a total effective package of up to $75,147. This includes base salary, district allowance, superannuation, leave loading, and estimated tax savings from salary packaging options.

  • Competitive salaries
  • Full-Time, 3 Year Maximum Term Contract
  • Aboriginal Female Identified Position

Congress offers a range of employee benefits, including six weeks' annual leave, generous salary packaging, strong commitment to Professional Development, and access to Congress health services for you and your family at no cost.

Requirements

To be considered for this role, you must:

  • Be a long-term local resident of Central Australia
  • Be currently studying or have been accepted and enrolled in a Batchelor of Midwifery program
  • Intend to practice as a midwife in Central Australia after graduating
  • Have a passion and commitment to the care and outcomes of Indigenous women

You will assist in the delivery of maternity care to Alukura Maternity Group Practice clients while gaining a broad understanding of the duties and responsibilities of a Midwife and provision of midwifery care within an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Service MGP setting.