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.

The CMC - Supporting Healthier Pregnancies position will facilitate systemic and operational improvements with advanced clinical expertise to support current and future health of pregnant women and their children

Job details

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

About the opportunity:

Position: Clinical Midwife Consultant – Supporting Healthier Pregnancies

Vacancy: Permanent full-time

Location: Child Youth and Family Health Service, Kirwan Health Campus

The CMC - Supporting Healthier Pregnancies position will be the facilitator of local change in preventive health practices and culture, working closely with antenatal care staff across models of care and service delivery models for sustainable clinical integration. This may initially involve establishing systems and processes for triaging from the new Self-Referral Portal.

• Preventive health practices during preconception and antenatal care period support women to have a healthier pregnancy and build stronger foundations for their own and their baby's future health, with potential for intergenerational impacts.
• These practices encompass risk screening, initial advice, and referral to ongoing appropriate support for a range of modifiable factors impacting the growth of the baby and long-term chronic disease risk for the mother and child such as tobacco/vaping, alcohol consumption and nutrition and physical activity behaviours, as well as psycho-social risks, and preventing and managing infections.

Enjoy a generous remuneration package valued up to $164,696 p.a., including:

• Salary range: $132,562 to $143,924 p.a. (Nurse Grade 7)
• 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.
• Appointment to this position requires proof of qualification and registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and possession of a current practising certificate.
• 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. 
• Travel: Please note, from time-to-time this position will be required to travel to, and work at, other facilities located within the THHS network to participate in meetings for planning, quality, performance, training and education, or clinical activities. 
• Highly Desirable:
  • Possession of or working towards a relevant post-registration and/or tertiary qualifications in preventative health.
  • NMBA - Endorsement for scheduled medicines for midwives.

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

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:
Pamela Hueber on 0447 830 935.

Apply ONLINE: https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV619620

Applications close: Thursday, 6 March 2025

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

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• NG7 Clinical Midwifery Consultant (Supporting Healthier Pregnancies) 32137508 (Word, 435KB)
  Role Description
  
  Info Sheet_Document Preparation-new candidates-13.05.24 (PDF, 70KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  QH Applicant Information Kit (PDF, 939KB)
  Application Kit