Midwifery Group Practice Midwife

Position Title: Registered MidwifeClassification: JC5Salary per hour: $50.22 per hour + superannuation + generous salary packaging optionsEmployment Type: Fixed term, part time, 56 hours per fortnight until January 2025Award: Proposed Nurses and Midwives (Victorian Public Health Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2020-2024RoleA unique opportunity exists for a motivated midwife to join our newly implemented MGP within the maternity service. This model of care focuses on women's individual needs, expectations and aspirations to achieve optimal birthing outcomes within a low risk model for women and babies by empowering women to be an integral part of their care. The position provides continuity of midwifery care proportionate to EFT. Each midwife will as part of the model of care work a total of 0.7 EFT. (up to 0.1 EFT will be on site in birth suite at Bendigo Health.)Essential requirementsA Midwife registration with current Authority to Practice with APRHA
Experience in team midwifery or recent experience in all areas of midwifery care
Clinical skills for autonomous practice
High level communication and organisation skillsCurrent training in:

• RANZCOG FSEP (face to face course, Level 3 practitioner)
• Neonatal resuscitation (have attended or willing to attend advanced training)
• Obstetric emergency simulation training (theory and practical skills)

Please refer to the relevant attached position description and address the key selection criteria on your cover letter when applying.Culture and BenefitsDhelkaya Health is located on Dja Dja Wurrung country in regional Victoria. A short drive from Bendigo and easily accessed via public transport, the area is brimming with culture that blends the old with the new. Surrounded by scenic trails and a unique natural environment that includes historic goldfields, outdoor enthusiasts can immerse themselves in the beauty of the natural world. With a wide range of sporting clubs and recreation opportunities, the community offers a rich, diverse culture to enjoy. At Dhelkaya Health, you'll enjoy all this and a flexible work environment with access to career development pathways that suit your goals. You'll also benefit from:

• Stress-free parking: at no-cost close to your place of work.
• Salary packaging: to maximise your earnings with options to package meals, entertainment, rent/mortgage repayments, and more.
• Healthy and active lifestyle: Access to a free onsite gym and Fitness Passport membership
• Health and wellbeing: through a supported work environment that prioritises work-life balance and a health and well-being program that includes an Employee Assistance Program.
• Building meaningful connections: through the Dhelkaya Health Social Club and a variety of staff events
• Home share - If lack of housing is stopping you from applying for a job here, consider Home share. It may help you get started at Dhelkaya Health. See this link for obligation free information.

*All appointments are subject to a satisfactory police check, NDIS (if required) and compliance with Dhelkaya Health Vaccination Policy.Further information is available from April Jardine, Maternity Unit Manager on (03) 5471 3557 or email ajardine@castlemainehealth.org.auJob detailsJob Reference: VG/1790672
Location: North West - Mount Alexander
Work Type: Fixed term - part time
Job Function: Nursing and Aged Care
Classification: As per award
Salary Range: As per award
Job Duration: 8 Months
Date posted: 30-Apr-2024
Application Close Date: 12-May-2024
Attachments: (PDF, 217KB)Contact:April Jardine03 5471 3557