Early Career Midwife Program - July 2024 Intake

Reference Number 32866
Position Title Early Career Midwife Program - July 2024 Intake
Employment Type Permanent Part Time, Permanent Full Time
Location Eastern Health
Award Classification Registered Nurses and Midwives (22) (Nurses and Midwives Victorian Public Sector)(Single Interest Employers Enterprise Agreement 2020-2024) - RN GRADE 2 YEAR 10
Hours (per fortnight) 64Applications from Recruitment agencies will not be accepted
The successful applicant to this position will be required to undergo a pre-employment Police Check.
Position SummaryEarly Career Midwife Program - July 2024 IntakePermanent part-time (0.8 EFT, about 4 days per week) * Ongoing employment after program completionVariety of specialties and locations offered - Preferences will be taken into considerationEastern HealthEastern Health is one of Melbourne’s largest public health services. We provide a range of emergency, surgical, medical and general healthcare services, including maternity, palliative care, mental health, drug and alcohol, residential care, community health and state-wide specialist services to people and communities that are diverse in culture, age, socio-economic status, population and healthcare needs.About the RoleThe Early Career Midwife (ECM) Program enables recently qualified midwives (graduated within the last 3 years) who have not undertaken a Graduate Midwifery Program an unique opportunity to enter the Eastern Health midwifery workforce in our maternity settings. The program is 12 months total, and would include two 6-month rotations across various areas of midwifery.We can offer you a supported pathway into midwifery at Eastern Health with our friendly teams in our health service by providing opportunities to increase your skills, knowledge and confidence while working in birth suite and postnatal areas, with support from our Learning & Teaching team.About YouTo be successful in this role you should possess:

• Midwife registration with AHPRA.
• Completion of a pre-registration or post-graduate midwifery degree in the past three years.
• You have not been accepted into and completed a formal Graduate Midwifery Program.
• You will have full working rights in Australia at the commencement of the ECM program in July 2024.

Please refer to the attached position description for further details of the role.Vaccination against infectious disease is a mandatory requirement of this role. An offer of employment is conditional on you providing evidence that you are currently vaccinated against COVID-19 with booster & Influenza, prior to commencing employment.What We OfferEastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range !

• Diverse and engaging career opportunities
• Friendly and supportive team
• Flexible working hours
• Salary packaging options
• Career progression in our teaching hospitals

How to Apply

• CV
• 1-page cover letter
• 2 x professional referees, at least one must be from a direct clinical supervisor
• 2 x placement appraisals (also know as "Clinical Assessment Tools", "ANSAT", or "placement log book")
• Academic transcripts (unofficial, digital copies are acceptable)
• Proof of COVID vaccination
• Proof of 2023 flu vaccination

Next StepsIf you believe you have the ability to make a difference in this rewarding industry, apply today!Please note:

• All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Fit2Work Check, where preferred candidates will be required to complete a Criminal History Check at the expense of Eastern Health.
• You must have Australian work rights to apply for this position.
• Recruitment agency applications will not be accepted.

Eastern Health is a child safe organisation, committed to promoting the wellbeing and cultural safety of Aboriginal children, children with disabilities and all children in their diversity.Eastern Health is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment that welcomes and values all people. We recognise that diversity is essential in ensuring Eastern Health provides the best service to its consumers.Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from the LGBTIQ+ community, people living with disability and those from a culturally and linguistically diverse background, are strongly encouraged to apply. Those seeking support in submitting an application are welcome to contact the hiring manger listed or feel free to contact the .Eastern Health Values: Respect for all | Safe always | Partnering in care | Learning and Improving every day**Please note applications will be screened upon receipt and advertising may close prior to the closing date.**
Selection Criteria Essential: Do you currently hold condition-free registration as a Registered Midwife with AHPRA?
Essential: Have you completed pre-registration or post-graduate midwifery studies in the past 3 years?
Essential: Do you have a preferred location? Please state Angliss Hospital (Upper Ferntree Gully) or Box Hill Hospital.
Essential: Do you have full working rights?
Essential: Have you partially completed or completed a midwifery graduate year program?
Contact Person Lisa Tatterson
Contact Number (03) 8396 8386
Contact Email lisa.tatterson@easternhealth.org.au
Alternate Contact Person Midwife Educators Team
Alternate Contact Number
Alternate Contact Email midwifeeducators@easternhealth.org.au
Closing Date 23/04/2024
Position Description Registered Nurse Midwife PD - 2022.pdfApplication Guide
SharePlease note that this position will close at 11:45pm on the closing date.
Please ensure your application is added before this time as we do not accept late applications.