Registered Midwives - Maternity Unit - Bay of Islands at Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Te Tai Tokerau, Northland

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Part time hours available.

Achieving the best health outcomes for Northland communities starts with expecting the best from ourselves. We ensure every member of our team has the opportunity to develop, grow and stay inspired. Here, you can make an impact on your community and on your own professional development – all whilst enjoying a flexible and healthy work-life balance.

Right now, we have an exciting opportunity for a Registered Midwives to join the team at the Bay of Islands Maternity Unit. This is a midwife-run, primary birthing unit in Kawakawa.

Te Whatu Ora Te Tai Tokerau is committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and holds stewardship for equitable health outcomes for Māori as Tāngata Whenua as the highest priority.

Experience in secondary or tertiary maternity care is desirable, but not essential, as we have a team of experienced educators to support you. An ability to work autonomously and be well organised with a full APC is essential, combined with a passion for helping people achieve their birth and health goals, such as smoking cessation and breastfeeding.

If this sounds like something of interest to you, we encourage you to apply! We also welcome enquires from new or recent graduates.

A career with Te Whatu Ora Te Tai Tokerau will see you action making meaningful change in the region we love, and in your professional development – all whilst enjoying everything the stunning North has to offer. You really can enjoy the best of both.

Our people live our Values:

Tangata I te tuatahi People First - People are central to all we do

Whakaute (tuku mana) Respect - We treat others as they would like to be treated

Manaaki Caring - We nurture those around us, and treat all with dignity and compassion

Whakawhitiwhiti korero Communication - We communicate safely, openly and with respect to promote clear understanding

Taumata teitei (hirangi) Excellence - Our attitude of excellence inspires success, competence, confidence and innovation

Vacancy No: RM22-010 & RM22-012

Close date: 15 June 2023