Maternity Care Assistant

1w1 week ago

Te Whatu Ora Southern

Invercargill, NZ · Full-time · NZ$54,100 – NZ$64,309

About this role

Join our maternity team to make a real difference to the experience of new parents, their babies and their families and whānau. This casual position offers current NZ Bachelor of Midwifery Programme students a unique opportunity to develop skills while studying. Work around your timetable at Southland Hospital Maternity Ward.

As a Maternity Care Assistant, support midwives by assisting with patient care under supervision. Handle basic baby care such as bathing, changing nappies and settling babies. Clean equipment, prepare birthing rooms, assist women with showering and meal times, plus clerical and general duties.

At Southland Hospital, we value the special blend of strength, compassion and cool headedness in our maternity centre. Te Whatu Ora - Southern covers the largest geographical area in New Zealand, serving 350,000 diverse communities. Our dedicated staff promote and protect regional health standards.

Gain hands-on experience to complement your studies and understand maternity ward operations day-to-day. Set the tone for your future career as a midwife. Receive on-the-job support from those who have been in your shoes.

Requirements

Enrolled in a New Zealand Bachelor of Midwifery programme
Dynamic and friendly with a high level of initiative
Committed to high standards of practice
Well organised
Excellent communication skills
Motivated, flexible and enthusiastic
Experience working with people in a caring capacity (advantageous)

Responsibilities

Support midwives by assisting with patient care under supervision
Clean equipment and prepare birthing rooms
Provide basic baby care including bathing, changing nappies and settling babies
Assist women with showering and at meal times
Perform clerical duties and other general duties to support department operations