Clinical Midwife Consultant - Maternity Ward 6B

Metro North Hospital & Health Service; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Metro North Health in Brisbane is seeking a Clinical Midwife Consultant for Maternity Ward 6B to provide advanced clinical expertise and leadership in contemporary maternity care.

The role emphasises high-level clinical judgement, patient safety, quality improvement, and ongoing professional development within a supportive team.

This temporary full-time position offers flexible working arrangements and the opportunity to contribute to education and research initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate advanced midwifery judgement and problem-solving.
• Prioritise patient safety and quality through risk management and feedback.
• Lead a practice environment that supports ongoing professional development.

Job description

Clinical Midwife Consultant - Maternity Ward 6B

Temporary full time opportunity to provide advanced clinical expertise and care relevant to maternity care. Practice in accordance with code of ethics, professional standards and legislation affecting midwifery practice by maintaining current knowledge and competence within scope of position. Demonstrate advanced specialist knowledge, experience and clinical skills in maternity care.

About you

Our ideal candidate will be someone who can carry out the following key accountabilities in accordance with the Metro North Health's values:

• Demonstrate critical thinking and reasoning, advanced problem-solving skills, and expert midwifery clinical judgement.
• Actively take part and model a culture that enables, and gives priority to, patient safety and quality through systems of quality improvement, risk management, incident and feedback management, scope of practice, clinical education and performance monitoring.
• Lead a positive practice environment that values ongoing opportunities for professional development and educational opportunities.

Benefits when working for us

• Rewarding career and development opportunities across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical areas
• Value driven organisation which provides a work environment that is safe, satisfying, flexible, and promotes a healthy work-life balance
• Flexible working arrangements and competitive salary rates with annual incremental increases
• Benefit from a higher than standard employer contribution to Superannuation of up to 12.75% and access to salary packaging

Metro North Health offers a dynamic and progressive environment at the forefront of healthcare, research, and education. With a strong commitment to inclusion, flexibility, and professional development, we provide meaningful opportunities in a workplace that puts people first. You can find out more about why it's so great to work at Metro North here: https://metronorth.health.qld.gov.au/careers

Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged and welcomed.

APPLICATIONS RECEIVED VIA THIRD PARTIES (RECRUITMENT AGENCIES ETC.) WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED