Assistant in Midwifery - Wiyanga and Birthing Unit – Casual - The Sutherland Hospital
Position Classification: Assistant In Nursing
Remuneration: $25.39 - $27.85 per hour plus superannuation
Requisition ID: REQ532532
An exciting opportunity to join South Eastern Sydney Local Health District!
The Sutherland Hospital is now recruiting to Wiyanga and Birthing Unit
The vision for nursing and midwifery at The Sutherland Hospital is to: Build a united team that provides compassionate care to our community through transformational, supportive and holistic nursing and midwifery.
The Sutherland Hospital Wiyanga and Birthing Unit strives to provide safe and effective, woman centred care by working collaboratively with women and their families during their labour, birth and during the postnatal period. This service encompasses the Delivery suite and Postnatal ward of The Sutherland Hospital. Midwives within Wiyanga work with women to support, educate and empower them through their journey into parenthood
Assistants in Midwifery (AIM) are gaining experience in the ongoing development of both midwifery knowledge and practice skills. The AIM will provide support to women and families in the care of their baby by providing support to the midwives in their role of caring for women. The AIM MUST always work under the supervision of a Registered Midwife.
This position will assist the AIM to develop midwifery skills within the scope of practice of an AIM. Provide support to the midwifery team in the delivery of midwifery care in a maternity environment as directed by a registered midwife. Provide direct care activities to women and their babies in accordance with the critical pathways and midwifery care plans under the supervision of a Registered Midwife
Our Hospital and Community:
Established in 1958, The Sutherland Hospital campus offers a comprehensive range of inpatient and community services to around 226,000 residents of the Sutherland Shire, colloquially known as ‘The Shire’. Part of the South Eastern Sydney Local Health District (SESLHD) and located in Caringbah, the hospital campus is close to some of Sydney’s great beaches, restaurants, bars and cafes at Cronulla and is close to the beautiful Royal National Park. At Miranda, just a short walk away from the hospital, there is a Westfield Shopping Centre and cinema complex.
The Benefits:
- Up to 12 allocated days off each year (for full-time employees)
- 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rate for part-time employees)
- Salary packaging options - Up to $9k for living expenses + 2.6k meal and entertainment + Novated Leasing
- Fitness Passport
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and family members
- Discounted Private Health Insurance
Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified for this position following suitable labour market testing. Please note we are not offering sponsorship for work rights for this position.
Support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates
We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates and we have an Aboriginal Employment Consultant that can provide support. If you have any questions or would like guidance on the recruitment process, please contact the SESLHD Aboriginal Employment Team via email to: SESLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au
Selection Criteria:
- Completion of clinical and academic requirements of the second year of Bachelor of Midwifery, and currently enrolled in the programme with clinical placement at The Sutherland Hospital
- Understanding of Women Centred Care and Family Centred Care
- Ability to work as a team member of a multidisciplinary team
- Excellent written, verbal and communication skills
- Demonstrate a clear understanding of the BFHI principles
- Ability to work within the scope of practice of an AIM
Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description and SESLHD Expected Standards
2) Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Elise Donsworth on Elise.Donsworth@health.nsw.gov.au
Applications Close: 17 November 2024
