About UsThis organisation is a Community Controlled primary health care provider, NDIS service provider and community program facilitator, managed by the local Aboriginal community. It delivers holistic, comprehensive, and culturally appropriate health and disability care to communities across the Pilbara region. Services are provided through physical clinics, mobile outreach, and online/telehealth models of care. Operations are supported by strong administrative, management, and technological systems to ensure the delivery of best practice, client-centred services.About the RoleThe Midwife plays a key role in improving health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people through the provision of culturally safe, respectful, and responsive care to women, their partners, families, and babies. This position promotes access to midwifery services, providing pre- and post-natal care for a period appropriate to each clients circumstances and at least until six weeks postnatal, in accordance with AHPRA registration requirements for midwifery.Experience and Qualifications RequiredAHPRA Certified MidwifeDemonstrated ability to work independently and collaborativelyProven problem-solving skills in day-to-day clinical situationsExperience in providing pregnancy, partner, and family educationHigh level of clinical skills relevant to midwifery practiceUnderstanding of the issues and barriers impacting the health of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women and babiesCommitment to ongoing professional development, evidence-based practice, and quality assuranceKey ResponsibilitiesProvide comprehensive, safe and effective evidence-based nursing and midwifery careDeliver education and support during pregnancy to reduce risk factors and improve outcomes, including:Reduced rates of prematurityIncreased access to antenatal care before 13 weeksReduced perinatal mortalityReduced harmful behaviours in pregnancy (e.g. smoking, alcohol use)Reduced low birth weightMonitor clinical progress of pregnant clients and refer to medical or specialist services as requiredPromote and support breastfeeding practicesProvide antenatal and postnatal education and support for mothers, partners, and familiesConduct group education sessions promoting healthy pregnancy and parentingIdentify and refer clients at risk of antenatal or postnatal depressionBuild and maintain positive relationships with Aboriginal community organisations and other service providersProvide family planning advice and educationCoordinate obstetric clinics and specialist reviews where applicableCoordinate six-week postnatal and 28-week antenatal appointments in accordance with care plansUndertake womens health promotion and clinical activitiesAdminister iron infusions and vaccines as requiredPerform cervical screening and related health proceduresEducation and QualificationsUnrestricted registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse/MidwifeMinimum two years experience in a clinical or hospital settingDemonstrated skills and clinical knowledge in maternity and womens health careWhats on OfferPerformance will be appraised on an ongoing basis, with formal reviews at three months and annually thereafterMust hold a current NDIS Worker Screening Check (if applicable)Must consent to a Working with Children Check and National Police Certificate (employment is conditional on satisfactory clearances)Current Australian Drivers Licence requiredCurrent CPR Certificate required$155,409.83 single district allowance (includes housing allowance, electricity allowance and annual airfare after 12 months of continuous service and superannuation guarantee)$158,832.16 family district allowance (includes housing allowance, electricity allowance and annual airfare after 12 months of continuous service and superannuation guarantee) #J-18808-Ljbffr
Job Title
Midwife