This is for a
Permanent or Fixed Part Time appointment at various hours per
fortnight, with the possibility of extension(s) and/or
permanency.
An opportunity
exists for a talented and enthusiastic Clinical Midwife Specialist
to join the team at Carnarvon in the
Midwest.
To
be successful, you will have...
- Significant knowledge,
experience and leadership in area of speciality.
- Ability to work
independently or within a collegiate team situation, using
effective interpersonal, communicate and problem solving
skills.
- People
management abilities commensurate with the role.
- Knowledge and
application of quality improvement initiative using research
principles to support evidence-based practise, including
development of policies and guidelines.
- Current knowledge of
legislative obligations for Equal Opportunity, Disability
Services and Occupational Safety and Health, and how these
impact on employment and service delivery.
Position
Profile:
Demonstrates leadership
and role modelling in the care of pregnant women seeking pregnancy,
birthing, and postnatal care within the community and Family Birth
Centre (MGP). Responsible for the delivery of the quality
women’s centred care, developing standards of practise,
implementing changes to clinical practice and initiating research
and quality improvement activities. Provides a consultative service
within area of expertise to costumers within the
hospital.
Want to know more
about this role: We encourage you to contact Christopher
Cox on 08 9941 0302.
Selection
Criteria: Please see the attached Job Description
Form
Eligibility to
Apply: To be eligible for appointment, applicants must
have a valid working visa (for fixed term appointments) or be an
Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and
work indefinitely in Australia (for permanent
appointments).
How
to Apply: Applicants are requested to apply online
http://www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au/
Please
provide the following information as part of your
application:
- A
detailed CV that clearly shows your experience relevant to this
role
- A
cover letter outlining their suitability for this
position.
- A 2-3
page maximum document addressing the selection criteria listed
on the Job Description Form (JDF)
- The
names and contact details of two (2) professional referees -
preferable for one to be your current/recent supervisor or
manager.
What we
offer
In addition
to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of
benefits:
- Location based
allowances (if applicable) including:
-
- additional
Northwest paid leave
- District
Allowance - regional specific
- Annual travel
subsidy (ALTC)
- Air-conditioning
subsidy allowance.
- Paid
study Leave assistance – regional specific as per
EBA.
- Generous salary
packaging benefits:
-
- Up to $9010 on
a range of benefits such as mortgage, your rent or
other everyday living expenses
- Up to $2650 on
meal entertainment, holiday accommodation and venue
hire
- Access to
novated leasing to use pre-tax dollars for a car and
expenses.
- Plus,
Additional Remote Area Specific Benefits.
- Professional
Development opportunities
- Continuous learning
opportunities
- 11.5%
Superannuation Guarantee
- WACHS
supports flexible working practices and consideration will be
given to flexible work/roster options, where operationally
appropriate.
- As a
WA Country Health Service employee, you’re entitled to
discounts across some private health care funds. Please see
attached flyer for further details.
The Country
Nursing & Midwifery incentive program is available to new and
existing nurses and midwives - across a broad range of
patient-facing roles - on fixed term or permanent contracts at
eligible locations. Eligible nurses and midwives can receive
between $5,000 and $17,000 in support over 12 months. Please refer
to the
WA Country Health Service - Country Nursing and Midwifery Incentive
Program website for eligibility criteria.
Area
Profile
The WA
Country Health Service (WACHS) Midwest health region of Western
Australia covers more than 470,000 square kilometres, nearly one
fifth of the State, with its population concentrated along the
coast. The region is located in the northern middle section of
Western Australia and incorporates three health districts -
Gascoyne, Geraldton, Midwest and Murchison, is recognised for its
unique natural environment and is a culturally diverse region with
Aboriginal people representing 13% of the overall
population.
If
you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact
Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during
business hours.
Other
Conditions: WA Health engages staff in positions of
trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to
undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part
of the appointment process. Referees may also be asked to comment
on an applicant’s integrity and past demonstration of ethical
behaviour.
Please note
this recruitment process requires completion of satisfactory
Pre-Employment Health Assessment (PEHA). Any offer of
employment with WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is conditional on
satisfactory PEHA to ensure you are able to perform the inherent
requirements of the position. An unsatisfactory PEHA will result in
the offer of employment being withdrawn. Please see the
attached WACHS PEHA Policy for further information.
This vacancy is
subject to a Western Australian Working With Children (WWC)
Check. For further information please refer to the WWC website
at: https://workingwithchildren.wa.gov.au
Whilst this
selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy,
it may also be used to fill other "similar" vacancies throughout
the health service. In addition to this, should the successful
applicant decline or vacate the advertised vacancy, then the next
most suitable applicant may also be selected from this process.
Both of these options remain valid for a period of twelve (12)
months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment
decision.
Lodgement is
system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be
accepted.
LATE OR EMAIL
APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED
We are
committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce where
every employee feels valued and empowered. We believe that a
diverse team brings unique perspectives and drives innovation to
meet our community’s needs. We welcome applicants of all
backgrounds and experiences to join us in shaping a more equitable
future and as a measure to achieve equality, under sections 51, 66R
and 66ZP of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984, encourage applications
from people living with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait
Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse
backgrounds, women and youth (24 years of age and
under).
WA Health
is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the
provision of our service. We embrace diversity and strongly
encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait
Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds
and people with disabilities.
WA Health
supports flexible working practices within the context of
a quality health service. WA Health is committed to a smoke
free environment across all buildings, grounds, and
vehicles.
