Clinical Midwifery Specialist (Gde 2) - Lactation Support
How to Apply
To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the below questions as thoroughly as possible. View our application guide for information on how to respond to criteria and improve your application.
- Current Authority to Practice as a Midwife with Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA). Relevant post-registration qualifications and at least 3 years’ experience working in the clinical area of the employees specified post-graduate qualification, or such other qualifications or equivalent experience deemed appropriate by SWSLHD
- Please elaborate on how your skills and experiences align with the role requirements, and highlight what you will bring to add value to the role of Lactation Support at Fairfield Hospital
- Share the main reasons for your application for this role and tell us what aspects of joining the team at Fairfield Hospital that motivates you?
- Can you describe a challenging situation where you used your advanced clinical skills in lactation support to improve outcomes for a mother and infant experiencing breastfeeding difficulties? How did your decision-making impact the care provided?
- How do you incorporate patient-centered communication to support new mothers in achieving their breastfeeding goals, especially in situations where they face cultural or personal challenges? Could you provide an example of how this approach enhanced patient trust and engagement?
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