Clinical Midwife - Maternity Ward

About the role

The Mater Hospital Mackay currently has an exciting opportunity for a Clinical Midwife to work within our Maternity Unit on a permanent part-time basis with hours flexible and open to discussion.

Salary range: $54.44 - $58.30 plus 12% superannuation andaccess to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15900access to many staff benefits!

What youll be doing

As a Clinical Midwife you will be responsible for practicing with advanced clinical competence in the provision of quality and cost-effective care in consultation with other members of the health care team. This includes providing support and direction to other staff while role modelling and promoting professional standards of practice and conduct.

Whilst displaying the highest level of clinical standards you will be responsible for:

• Provide support to staff on best practices for managing pregnancy care and improving outcomes for women in both antenatal and postnatal stages
• Supporting the Nurse Unit Manager in implementing strategies to ensure that quality and risk management are integrated into service provision
• Provide clinical guidance leadershipand education to members of the clinical team to ensure consistentand collaborative implementation of improvement activities
• Liaise with obstetric teams to ensure coordinated comprehensive care and manage complex cases in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
• Actively contributing towards the Quality Safety and Work Health and Safety processes in the clinical area
• Achieving optimal patient outcomes throughout the patient journey and continuum of care
• Demonstrating advanced clinical expertise and knowledge of procedures and the management of patients seeking outstanding care
• Maintaining current knowledge and skills to ensure continued professional growth

About you

To be successful in your application for this position it is essential that you have:

• Current Midwifery registration with AHPRA
• Post-graduate midwifery experience
• Advanced clinical competency and the ability to maintain the highest standards of midwifery practice
• Effective communication and clinical problem-solving skills to maximise patient care within the multidisciplinary team
• Commitment to the continuous improvement of health care and midwifery practice and to continuing professional development of self and others.
• An ability to work autonomously and function as a member of a diverse health service delivery team
• Willingness to commit to and role model the Mater values

Why join us

Mater is Queenslands largest not-for-profit healthcare provider delivering exceptional care to nearly 700000 patients each year across 11 (soon to be 12) hospitals. Were leaders in healthcare education fundraising & philanthropy and research and its our people who make the difference.

Were looking for passionate individuals to join our team and help shape the future of care. At Mater youll be part of a purpose-driven organisation that values innovation compassion and excellence.

• Increase your take-home pay with generous salary packaging options including meal and entertainment benefits
• Grow your career with access to industry-leading training and professional development through Mater Education
• Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care teams
• Access a range of health and wellbeing services with a corporate discount on private health insurance
• Exclusive discounts across dining retail travel accommodation (just to name a few!)
• Stay active with unlimited access to discounted gyms via the Fitness Passport program
• Convenient discounted on-site parking
• Enjoy great food with reduced prices at our campus cafs and coffee spots
• Join Queenslands Largest and Most Innovative Not-for-Profit Healthcare Team.

Be part of something bigger. Make your move with Mater. #MAKEYOURMATERMOVE

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For more information regarding the role please contact Sarah Fordyce Midwifery Unit Manager on

Applications close on Wednesday 10^th September. Please note we may contact applications prior to the closing date please do not hesitate to APPLY NOW!

Mater is committed to the wellbeing of their staff and it is underpinned by our flexible and remote working policies.

Please Note: We will not require any support from Recruitment Agencies at this time and kindly request no contact is made. Only direct applications will be considered.

Mater Group is dedicated to creating a workplace that values diversity and inclusion. As an Equal Opportunity Employer we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities. We believe in providing equal opportunities for all qualified candidates.

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