Learn More About A Midwife Assistant Position

Midwives of NJ; Madison, Northern (NJ, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The Midwives of New Jersey are seeking a compassionate and organized Midwife Assistant to support both the administrative and clinical operations of our midwifery practice. This hybrid role supports care from the front desk to the birth room in Madison and satellite sites.

Responsibilities include greeting clients, scheduling, maintaining records, and assisting during labor and immediate postpartum. Phlebotomy training is provided; evening/weekend on-call may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• BLS and NRP certifications (or willingness to obtain).
• Doula training (or willingness to obtain within 90 days).
• Reliable, punctual, and able to multitask effectively.

Responsibilities

• Greet clients warmly and manage front desk operations
• Answer phones, respond to inquiries, and manage email communications
• Schedule and confirm client appointments
• Maintain client records and ensure confidentiality
• Maintain office supplies and cleanliness of office
• Provide support during labor/birth/immediate postpartum to clients and their partners, as well as Midwife and nursing staff
• Capture photos/videos for clients during labor/birth/immediate postpartum and create slideshow
• Basic phlebotomy (training provided)

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Punctuality & reliability

Multitasking

Customer service

Willingness to obtain BLS/NRP

Team collaboration

Phlebotomy familiarity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Midwives of New Jersey are seeking a compassionate and organized Midwife Assistant to support both the administrative and clinical operations of our midwifery practice. This hybrid role plays a key part in ensuring smooth, efficient, and welcoming care from the front desk to the birth room. The ideal candidate will be personable, detail-oriented, and passionate about client-centered, respectful care for women and their families.

Location:

Madison, NJ office, with flexibility to travel to satellite office locations

Job Type:

Full-Time/Part-Time

Key Responsibilities:

• Greet clients warmly and manage front desk operations
• Answer phones, respond to inquiries, and manage email communications
• Schedule and confirm client appointments
• Maintain client records and ensure confidentiality
• Maintain office supplies and cleanliness of office
• Provide support during labor/birth/immediate postpartum to clients and their partners, as well as Midwife and nursing staff
• Capture photos/videos for clients during labor/birth/immediate postpartum and create slideshow
• Basic phlebotomy (training provided)

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Basic Life Saving (BLS) and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certifications (or willingness to obtain)
• Doula Training (or willingness to obtain within 90 days)
• Reliable, punctual, and able to multitask effectively

Preferred:

• Experience in maternal health, birth work, or clinical assistance
• Familiarity with birth center or home birth settings
• Experience with electronic health records (EHR)
• Will involve evening/weekend hours and on-call availability
• Collaborative team environment with a strong client-centered focus