Midwife, Te Papaioea Birthing Centre

Location: Palmerston North, Permanent, Part time

Do you have an interest for Primary Midwifery care?

We have opportunities for you!

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the Role

Midcentral are offering permanent part time Registered Midwife positions in our Primary Birthing Unit at Te Papaioea Birthing Centre in Palmerston North. Our lovely facility is a 7 bedded, sole charge, midwifery led unit. Whilst working in partnership with their LMC, our Midwives provide postnatal care for women of our community, plus provide intrapartum support to LMCs. We aspire to having a workforce reflective of the community we serve achieving equitable outcomes for all.

We are looking for enthusiastic Registered Midwives with a current APC willing to work rostered rotating duties over 24 hours a day/7 days per week. We offer 12-hour duties. Our facility is BFHI accredited and our Midwives are passionate about supporting women navigate their matrescence.

What you are offered

Reimbursed APC registration

• NZCOM fee reimbursement for MERAS union members
• Support and development
• Further education and learning opportunities
• Flexible working practices - we support work life balance and flexible working arrangements whenever possible

Benefits

• An encouraging learning environment where you will continue to grow and be challenged
• A professional and supportive culture and team setting
• Fulfilling and challenging work with great lifestyle options
• Tailored wellness programmes

About the Team/Service

Employing over 2500 people, MidCentral offers a supportive work environment that accepts and values all employees. We actively seek Maori kaimahi into our workforce and provide an environment which delivers our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

MidCentral region offers an excellent lifestyle for families with scenic spots for hiking and mountain-biking, great schools and tertiary institutions. With the mountains, city and sea at your doorstep, you'll get to taste the best of both worlds - the perfect blend of rural and city living.

About the Location

Manawatu offers the perfect blend of city convenience and rural charm. Whether you're drawn to peaceful village life, vibrant townships, or the buzz of the city, you'll find your ideal lifestyle here. It's a family-friendly region that's easy to live in and even easier to love. The region is also home to excellent schools and two tertiary institutions: Massey University and the International Pacific College.

Outdoor enthusiasts are spoiled for choice—beaches, ski fields, lakes, and mountains are all within reach, along with fantastic hiking and mountain biking tracks. With no traffic and a short commute to work, achieving true work-life balance is the everyday reality.

Our central location makes it easy to explore the rest of New Zealand, whether you're heading off on a road trip or catching a short flight.

For more information on living and working in the Manawatu click here

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Maori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

To apply please click "apply now." All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal by the advertised date. For further information about this role please contact Jen Green - Associate Director of Midwifery 027 296 2468 or Rachel Robben - Midwife Manager, Primary 027 3303 570.

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.

Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.