Research Midwife - Clinical Midwife Specialist (Grade 2)

Employment Type: Temporary Part Time; 16 hours per week up to 6 Months
Position Classification: Clinical Midwife Specialist Grade 2
Remuneration: $64.70 - $66.83 per hour + Annual leave loading + Superannuation
Location: Royal Prince Alfred Hospital
Requisition ID: REQ691517

Sydney Local Health District is one of the fastest-growing Local Health Districts in New South Wales. It fosters innovation, values its people, and supports ongoing professional growth. Every day, our staff make a meaningful difference in the communities we serve. Come build an exciting and rewarding career with us!

About the Role
You will be working at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital. It is one of the nation’s most respected hospitals, with a distinguished history of serving the health needs of local, statewide, national and international communities. Our facilities and services are world class, and our staff are dedicated, innovative and caring.
 
The role involves coordinating and managing a randomised controlled trial of oral misoprostol for cervical ripening. Responsibilities will include participant screening, recruitment and follow-up; coordination of trial activities; liaison with investigators, the Human Research Ethics Committee and research governance; maintenance of trial documentation; and oversight of data collection, quality and entry. The successful applicant will also have opportunities to contribute to the analysis, interpretation and dissemination of study findings, including co-authorship of publications arising from the trial.
 
This position is 16 hours per week, worked during business hours across two to four days per week. Working days are negotiable, with a preference for availability on at least one day between Monday and Wednesday.
   
For more information, please view the Position Description 

Ideal Candidate

• Current registration with AHPRA as a Registered Midwife (Division 1) with relevant post-registration qualifications and at least 3 years' experience working in the clinical area of their specified post-graduate qualification, or such other qualifications or equivalent experience deemed appropriate by the public hospital or public health organisation.
• Ability to prioritise and problem solve to manage the complex clinical care needs of patients/women through the development and use of advanced clinical management plans.
• Experience in leading and initiating activities to improve clinical service delivery and patient clinical outcomes.
• Clinical midwifery experience and experience in participant recruitment and site-level conduct of randomised controlled trials in maternity care. 

All candidates must have full working rights within Australia

Benefits and Perks!

• Additional Public Holiday during Xmas for celebrations! 

• Paid Parental Leave & Annual Leave loading

• Extra tax savings through Salary Packaging, Novated Leasing & Meal Entertainment allowance. For more information visit SalaryPackagingPlus

• Upskill with free courses, qualifications and coaching via Sydney Education

• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselling and support for staff and their families 

• Annual influenza vaccination on us! 

• Discounted Fitness Passport membership and free telehealth nutrition and wellness resources from qualified professionals. 
   

For more information about other benefits, please visit SLHD Benefits

This recruitment may be used to create a talent pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.
 
Working for Sydney Local Health District - NSW Health

This is a Category A position. To be employed by NSW Health you are required to provide evidence of vaccination to comply with the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy (PD2026_004). 

SLHD is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with disability are encouraged to apply for all internal and externally advertised positions. If you require assistance, please advise the contact person at the time of your application.

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For enquiries, please contact Joanne Gray on 0457 067 *** or email at ************@health.nsw.gov.au

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Applications Close: 13 September at 11:59pm

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