Townsville Hospital and Health Service, is the public healthcare provider for the government areas of Townsville, Burdekin, Charters Towers, Flinders, Richmond, Hinchinbrook and Palm Island. We operate 21 facilities from primary care in regional locations to highly specialised care at the main hospital.
This role is to support midwifery practice through the delivery of midwifery education within the Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) for midwives, midwifery students and nurses.
Are you ready to make a difference in public healthcare?
Townsville Hospital and Health Service offers a unique opportunity to be part of a dynamic healthcare environment focused on innovation and excellence.
Our vision is world-class healthcare for northern Queensland and our purpose is "great care every day,".
Our values are:
Integrity | Compassion | Accountability | Respect | Engagement
We are seeking committed and passionate professionals to help us achieve our mission.
About the opportunity:
Position: Midwifery Educator
Vacancy: Fixed Term Temporary full-time, up to 07/12/2025.
Location: Women's and Children's Service Group, Townsville University Hospital.
Provide expert midwifery leadership, advice, support and education, within the multidisciplinary team of the Townsville HHS, in relation to education initiatives and programs based on adult education and contemporary educational strategies.
Your contributions will be valued and impactful.
Enjoy a generous remuneration package including:
- Salary range: $5081.10 to $5516.60 p.f. (NG7)
- 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
- 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
- Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available
Why Choose Us?
- Competitive salary and benefits: We offer attractive remuneration packages, including comprehensive health benefits, professional development opportunities, and generous leave entitlements.
- Lifestyle and location: Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the rural, urban, country and coastal locations found within the Townsville Hospital and Health Service region provide vibrant and unique communities, affordable living with stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle.
Requirements:
- Bachelor of Midwifery/Diploma of Midwifery or equivalent is a mandatory qualification for this position.
- Highly Desirable: Postgraduate qualifications relevant to the position or working towards a relevant qualification.
- Demonstrates clinical skills in intravenous cannulation, water immersion in labour and waterbirth, perineal suturing and speculum examination. If not competent in these skills must be willing to undertake the necessary training within six months of commencement.
- Drivers Licence: This position requires the incumbent to operate a class C motor vehicle and an appropriate license endorsement to operate this vehicle is required. Proof of this endorsement must be provided prior to the commencement of duty.
- This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role.
- Probation period may apply.
- Pre-employment checks will be conducted.
Please refer to the Role Description for further details.
With challenge comes opportunity; utilise your resilience and join the rewarding and interesting profession of providing exceptional, accessible healthcare and support to our community, your community.
Apply now if you want to help us shape the future of healthcare while enjoying a fulfilling work-life balance.
Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact:
Kendall George on (07) 4433 1827.
Apply ONLINE: https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV618918
Applications close: Thursday, 20/02/2025.
Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
Please download the Role Description from the `Documents’ section below for application/interview preparation and future reference.
Documents
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