Registered Midwife - Incentives Offered
Position Classification: Registered Midwife
Remuneration: S36.38 - $51.08 per hour + 11.5% super + Salary packaging
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ543212
At Hunter New England Health enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:
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You may qualify for a $20,000 sign-on bonus if you have moved (evidence required) from MM1-2 (metro) location, interstate or internationally to work in our district. If you do not meet this criteria, attraction incentives of up to $10,000 may apply*. Retention incentives of up to $10,000 after 12 months of service may also apply. For eligibility criteria and more information: Midwifery sign-on bonus.
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Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
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4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
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6 weeks annual leave (for eligible full time nurses)
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Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance
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Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
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Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
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Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
- Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals
About us:
On the banks of the Namoi River, Gunnedah is a five-hour drive from Sydney and just one hour from Tamworth. You can catch the train from Sydney, which takes around six hours, or fly into Tamworth Airport and rent a car to explore the region.
The maternity unit focuses on the comfort of mothers during labour with GP Obstetrician-led model of care for low-risk births greater than 37 weeks. Community involvement in the maternity unit is extremely high with a local community group, PRAMS (PaediatRic and Maternity Service), fundraising on an ongoing basis to modify and improve the facilities at the maternity unit.
About the role:
- Delivering compassionate, woman-centered care in partnership with women and their families.
- Leading and coordinating midwifery care in collaboration with Registered Nurses, Student Midwives, Assistants in Midwifery, and the multidisciplinary team.
- Supporting women to make informed decisions by acting as their advocate.
- Planning and evaluating midwifery care based on comprehensive assessments and individual needs.
- Supervising and mentoring staff, including students on clinical placement.
- Responding effectively to emergencies and changes in clinical status.
- Making appropriate referrals to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home.
About you:
The Gunnedah Maternity Unit is seeking a skilled and confident midwife who thrives in providing high-quality care to women throughout their pregnancy, birth, and postnatal journey. This role requires a professional comfortable working primarily as a sole practitioner, supported by an on-call team when needed.
The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the complexities of modern maternity care and the ability to apply exceptional clinical management and collaborative skills. You will play a crucial role in empowering women and their families during this significant and transformative time in their lives.
Your previous experience over antenatal, intrapartum and postnatal care and ability to build strong, trusting relationships with women and their families are essential for success in this role. If you are passionate about providing compassionate, woman-centered care and are ready to make a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply.
Requirements:
- Current registration as a Registered Midwife with AHPRA.
Additional Information:
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*Based on a minimum 18-month commitment to the position. All payments made to part time employees will be on a pro-rata basis. Check your eligibility here- Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme. If you would like to discuss your eligibility or current circumstances further, please contact HNELHD-RuralIncentives@health.nsw.gov.au
- An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
- We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description
2) Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Therese Mills on Therese.Mills@health.nsw.gov.au
Information for Applicants:
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2
Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp
This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
Hunter New England Health is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most HNELHD employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via nswhealth@salarypackagingplus.com.au or 1300 40 25 23.
Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.
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