As the successful candidate you will be an experienced midwife who has the clinical and organisational skills to the work both in our Birthing Suite and Maternity Ward.The role rotates between both areas of our facility. QLP leadership and a commitment to working towards a post graduate qualification in this leadership role will be supported. Complex care is also an advantage as are any other postgraduate papers.To learn more about us check out this video wai koe | About You This role requires you to work as an experienced midwife within our multidisciplinary team, coordinating clinical care, flow of women and their babies through our service and clinical support of staff so they can provide the level of midwifery care to women and their babies that is required in a secondary/ tertiary maternity hospital. Confidence to make decisions in the after hours management of the unit with support from the on call manager is an integral aspect of this role. Outside of normal business hours the role of the ACMM is that of duty manager for the Women's Hospital. Christchurch Women's Hospital sits on the Christchurch Hospital campus. This role also supports some of the transfers in from the secondary maternity units that transfer to us as well as the CDHB community maternity units. Nga pukenga me nga wheako | Skills and Experience High levels of experience and confidence clinically in a secondary/ tertiary maternity environment. A clear understanding of the role of LMC midwives and the importance of communication with them as we work alongside them to care for women in our facility.An understanding of the diversity of our population and our need to respond as a service to that diversity.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to engage people at all levels.Ability to provide clinical leadership and support to a team of staff.Effective problem solving and decision making skills.Strong organisational skillsA commitment to working with the whole team to provide and maintain high standards of maternity care for women and their babies.A commitment to the CDHB Midwifery vision and direction.Registered with the Midwifery Council of New Zealand with a current APC.To learn more about us check out this video matou | About Us "Ko nga tangata, te matua mahi - Putting people at the heart of all we do" We are committed to honouring Te Tiriti o Waitangi and its principles by ensuring our partnership with Maori are at the forefront of all our conversations. We believe in improving, promoting, and protecting the health and well-being of the Canterbury the West Coast community. The culture at Canterbury District Health Board, is driven by our a Matou Uara (Our Value???????s) Care and respect for others - Manaaki me te whakaute i te tangata.Integrity in all we do - Hapai i a matou mahi katoa i runga i te pono.Responsibility for outcomes - Te Takohanga i nga hua Ngahua | Benefits of working at CDHB When you work at the Canterbury District Health Board, you are part of a wider whanau that will support you along your journey. We offer great coaching, mentoring and learning outcomes for all staff. We are always improving our facilities across all campuses and have amazing discounts from select retailers, restaurants and business. At the DHB, you are part of something greater then yourself and encouraged to your uniquely self. Tono inaianei | Apply Now Only applications submitted via our career site will be accepted, therefore apply directly on our career site . Contact Natalie Gaunt, Recruitment Specialist on for additional information. Applications will be progressed as received. Position descriptionApply nowShare
