Midwife

About the Company Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is committed to providing exceptional healthcare to all New Zealanders, grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi. We are dedicated to fostering an integrated health system characterized by partnership, equity, sustainability, family-centered care, and excellence. Our Lakes Hospital in Rotorua is a key part of this mission. About the Role We are excited to announce a fixed-term position for a Registered Midwife at Te Whatu Ora Lakes, offering a part-time commitment of 0.7 FTE (28 hours per week). In our bustling secondary care maternity unit, we manage approximately 1,250 births each year, providing a full range of secondary obstetric services. In this role, you will be responsible for: - Delivering clinical midwifery services in accordance with the Midwifery Council's scope of practice. - Providing primary and secondary maternity services as part of our interdisciplinary clinical teams. - Committing to maintaining your clinical skills in line with our organizational best practice guidelines. - Engaging in continuous quality improvement activities. About the Team/Service/Location At Te Whatu Ora Lakes, we pride ourselves on fostering a supportive medical team and friendly hospital environment. Our institution strikes the perfect balance between offering clinical variety while nurturing strong team relationships. This position offers the chance to achieve job satisfaction while enjoying the lifestyle options available in one of New Zealand's premier tourist regions. Our healthcare services are provided from two modern, progressive general hospitals located in Rotorua and Taupo. The Lakes district is rapidly becoming a sought-after lifestyle destination, renowned for its outdoor recreational activities, family-friendly beaches, and a vibrant multicultural community. Working with us means you can enjoy a fulfilling professional experience alongside an amazing lifestyle. We offer a supportive, inclusive, and diverse work environment, competitive salary, free staff parking, complimentary flu vaccinations, local business discounts, and access to an Employee Assistance Programme. About You The ideal candidate will possess the following: - Current New Zealand Registration and Annual Practicing Certificate as a Midwife. - A Midwifery Certificate and recent clinical experience in midwifery practice. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with a variety of stakeholders. - A commitment to being a collaborative team player. - Competency with te ao Māori, tikanga, and te reo Māori, or a commitment to initiating your learning journey in these areas. - Experience in projects or initiatives that align with the principles of Te Tiriti and the application of Mātauranga Māori and Kaupapa Māori approaches, especially in healthcare settings. Working at Health New Zealand At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, we embrace a diverse and inclusive workforce, as it enhances our ability to understand and serve our community effectively. We welcome applications from Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. How to Apply If you would like to apply, please click the "apply now" button. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before the posting date closes. For any questions regarding the role, please contact us at vacancy@lakesdhb.govt.nz. Please note that the selection process will commence from the date of advertising, and due to the fast-paced nature of our roles, the vacancy closing date may change.