Clinical Midwife

Opportunities are abundant in the Kimberley
An opportunity exists for talented and enthusiastic Clinical Midwife to join the Team in Broome for a fixed term or permanent position on a part time basis. If you are currently an Endorsed Midwife, we would also encourage you to apply for this role.
Great benefits including location allowance, annual travel allowance and an additional week annual leave
Generous Salary Packaging Benefits The Country Nursing & Midwifery Incentive Program As a WA Country Health Service employee, you're entitled to discounts across some private health care funds. To be successful, you will have...
Demonstrated commitment in the application of Primary Health Care Principles to community based midwifery practice with knowledge and understanding of the cultural and social challenges relating to Aboriginal and Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) communities in rural/regional areas. Demonstrated ability to provide evidence based contemporary antenatal, postnatal care and parenting support within a multidisciplinary and interagency team. Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills. Current C Class driver's licence. Position Profile:
The Clinical Midwife is responsible for providing a high level of community-based maternity care to achieve the optimum state of health for individuals, families and communities. Provides effective and efficient preventive and early intervention programs to individuals and groups focusing on the social determinants of health.
What we offer
In addition to the great salary eligible employees may enjoy an amazing range of benefits:
Location based allowances Additional North West paid leave District Allowance - regional specific Air-conditioning subsidy allowance. Heavily subsidised housing through Government Regional Officer Housing Paid study Leave assistance – regional specific as per EBA 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. Flexible working and leave arrangements Professional Development opportunities Continuous learning opportunities Eligibility to Apply: Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions in the public sector.
How to Apply: Applicants are requested to apply online at
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 your suitability for this position A document addressing the selection criteria listed on the Job Description Form (JDF) The names and contact details of two (2) professional referees - preferably one to be your current/recent supervisor or manager. Selection Criteria: Please see the attached Job Description Form.
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.
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.
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