AddressAbout Dhelkaya Health Dhelkaya Health is a fresh approach to healthcare that is deeply human. Our name, 'Dhelkaya,' derived from Dja Dja Wurrung language, translates to 'being healthy’. It embodies our mission to foster health and wellbeing within our community. Our deep understanding of local knowledge and community needs allows us to address the unique challenges faced by our diverse population. Our history is rich, but our commitment to innovation and evidence-based care ensures that we're constantly evolving to meet the changing needs of our community. Dhelkaya Health’s main campuses are in Castlemaine and Maldon. We also run an Information Hub in central Castlemaine and the Tarrengower Health Service in Maldon. From these locations and across the community, we deliver personalised patient services, residential care, maternity services, NDIS, and community wellbeing services. We value diversity and our staff are encouraged to draw from their identity and culture in being part of a workforce that is respectful, welcoming and inclusive. Dhelkaya Health - Healthier Together.
Position Title: Registered Midwife
Classification: JC5
Salary per hour: $50.22 per hour + superannuation + generous salary packaging options
Employment Type: Fixed term, part time, 56 hours per fortnight until January 2025
Award: Proposed Nurses and Midwives (Victorian Public Health Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2020-2024
Role
A 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 requirements
A 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 skills
Current 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 Benefits
Dhelkaya 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 Passportmembership
- 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. https://dhelkayahealth.org.au/homeshare/
*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 3*** or email ********@castlemainehealth.org.au
