Registered Midwife - Central Otago Maternity Unit (Alexandra)

REGISTERED MIDWIFE – CENTRAL OTAGO MATERNITY UNIT – ALEXANDRA Work where others holiday – enjoy the rivers, lakes, bustling cafes, and vibrant lifestyle in Central Otago. Fixed Term, Part time opportunity until October 2027. A supportive environment to grow your career in midwifery. 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 The Central Otago Maternity Unit in Alexandra is seeking a Registered Midwife to join their team on a part-time (18 hours per week) fixed-term basis covering parental leave until October 2027. This dynamic role involves supporting Lead Maternity Carers and caseloading midwives in a rural maternity unit, assisting with antenatal assessments, labour and birth care, and post-natal support for women and their whānau. You will use your valuable midwifery experience to provide exceptional care, support and guidance to new mothers and babies. About the Team/Service/Location We are a small but dedicated team of kind, compassionate midwives and health professionals, caring for about 70 births per year and providing post-natal inpatient care to over 200 families. Living and working in Alexandra, Central Otago offers an unbeatable lifestyle – sunshine-filled days, crisp winters, easy access to skiing, hiking, and lake activities. About You We are looking for experienced midwives who have an exceptional commitment to quality care and enjoy a variety of tasks to ensure the best possible care at all times. What you will bring Registration as a Midwife with the NZMC and current Annual Practicing Certificate. Strong clinical and interpersonal skills. Excellent communication and teamwork abilities. A commitment to providing high-quality, whānau-centered care. Adaptability and resilience to work in a dynamic healthcare environment. Salary range This role falls under the terms and conditions of the MERAS Midwives Collective Agreement (1 June 2025 – 31 October 2027), Registered (Core) Midwives Salary Scale, between Step 2 and Step 7, $85,559 – $111,821 per annum, pro-rata. Working for Health New Zealand Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a diverse and inclusive workforce so that we better understand and service our community. We welcome applications from Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. How to Apply To apply for the role please submit your application through our online careers portal. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Katie Procter – Recruitment Advisor at [email protected]. #J-18808-Ljbffr