Full time postpartum only midwife

Briar Hill Midwives; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Burnaby is seeking a compassionate Registered Midwife for the Families and Babies Program at Surrey Memorial Hospital. This role includes providing vital postpartum care through home visits and clinic appointments. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years experience, strong assessment skills, and a commitment to family-centered care. This position offers a structured schedule and competitive remuneration of $1,000 per 12-hour shift.

Qualifications

• Registration with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives.
• Currently privileged at Surrey Memorial Hospital or eligible for privileging.
• Minimum 2 years of recent experience as a midwife.
• Excellent physical assessment skills and proficiency in clinical care.
• Strong computer and writing skills.
• Knowledgeable in professional and hospital standards, guidelines, and procedures.
• Demonstrated commitment to person-centred, family-focused care.
• Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of an interprofessional team.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and teaching skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize effectively.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development, continuing education, and leadership experience.
• Good attendance record with the ability to maintain this standard.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-home care and conduct follow-up appointments.
• Support early discharge from the Family Birthing Unit.
• Deliver high-quality, supportive care during the critical first week postpartum.

Job description

Families and Babies Program

A Fraser Health Program

Position : Registered Midwife

Postpartum Clinic at Surrey Memorial Hospital

Position Overview :

The Families and Babies Program, launched in October 2023 at Surrey Memorial Hospital, is seeking a compassionate and skilled Registered Midwife to join our dynamic team. This innovative program provides specialized postpartum care for low-risk birthing families and their infants, ensuring a smooth transition from hospital to home with early discharge at 24 hours.

Midwives in this program play a vital role in delivering high-quality, supportive care to families during the critical first week postpartum. This includes providing in-home care and conducting follow-up appointments at our program clinic, located in the Children’s Health Centre at Surrey Memorial Hospital.

Who You Are :

• You are a patient-centered individual who consistently performs at an exemplary standard.
• You are a team player with excellent communication, critical thinking, and prioritization skills, eager to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team at Surrey Memorial Hospital.

Position Summary :

This hospital-based integrated postpartum primary care midwife position will support early discharge from the Family Birthing Unit, providing clinical care to families post-discharge through home visits and follow-up clinic appointments.

What We Are Looking For :

Registration with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives

Currently privileged at Surrey Memorial Hospital or eligible for privileging

Minimum 2 years of recent experience as a midwife

Excellent physical assessment skills and proficiency in clinical care

Strong computer and writing skills

Knowledgeable in professional and hospital standards, guidelines, and procedures

Demonstrated commitment to person-centred, family-focused care

Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills

Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of an interprofessional team

Excellent communication, interpersonal, and teaching skills

Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize effectively

Evidence of ongoing professional development, continuing education, and leadership experience

Good attendance record with the ability to maintain this standard

Work Schedule :

Approximately 7 twelve-hour shifts per month, including hospital visits, home visits, and clinic visits. Home visits are scheduled 7 days a week, with midwives expected to conduct 2 to 4 home visits per shift. Clinic hours are 3 : 30 pm – 6 : 30 pm, Monday to Friday, including statutory holidays. No night shifts required. Schedules may be adjusted for operational needs.

Remuneration :

1,000 per 12-hour shift

How to Apply :

Please submit your CV and letter of interest to [e-mail] by May 31, 2025. Only selected applicants will be contacted to arrange an interview.

Join our team and make a meaningful impact by providing exceptional care to new families during their postpartum journey. We look forward to hearing from you!

Families and Babies Program is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.

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