Te whiwhinga mahi | The Opportunity

The remuneration range for this role is $65,022 - $89,794 and is covered by the collective agreement:
CEA – MERAS MECA

Position Description | Casual Registered Midwife

Te Whatu Ora Tairāwhiti is looking for experienced Registered Midwives who are available to work casual shifts in our Puawai Aroha Maternity Unit.

We are a level two maternity unit with an adjacent neonatal unit and antenatal clinic facilities. Our unit boasts a relaxed atmosphere and has five birthing suites including an active birthing room and eight ante/postnatal rooms which are well resourced to provide a high standard of care by our friendly team.  These suites/rooms are situated together so midwives work across all areas.

For further information about the role, please contact Iidil Merlini by phone on 0278116275 or by email iidil.merlini@tdh.org.nz or apply on line.

Moū - About you

If you can say “Yes” to the following requirements then this position may be the right one for you and we would very much encourage you to submit an application:

• Hold a Current Annual Practising Certificate
• Registered Midwife
• Hold a Current Drivers Licence

Ko wai mātou | Our Organisation

Situated on the eastern coast of New Zealand's North Island, Gisborne “Tairāwhiti” – “The light shines on the water” is the first city in the world to see the rising sun of the new day. Our region offers vast golden sand beaches, bush clad mountains, lush farmlands, with significant historical landmarks, natural wonders and a deep connection to Māori culture. We enjoy a pleasant climate, short commutes and a relaxed approach that creates a work-life offering that is enviable to most that are not yet here. Our lifestyle is about time.  

Te Whatu Ora Tairāwhiti works to increase collaboration, strengthen leadership and accountability, and improve equity of access and outcomes across the health service. We’re shifting the emphasis towards primary and community care allowing more people to be cared for close to home, and take a greater role in their own health and wellbeing.

Our values form the acronym WAKA. They reflect our voyaging heritage, guiding us on our journey to create a healthier Tairāwhiti by working together.

Whakarangatira/enrich - Enriching the health of our community by doing our very best.

Awhi/support - Supporting our tūroro/patients their whānau/families, our community partners and each other.

Kotahitanga/togetherness - Together we can achieve more.

Aroha/compassion - Empathy, we care for people and people want to be cared for by us.

Me pēhea te tuku tono - How to Apply

To complete and application please use the “apply now” link provided which will redirect you through our online career's portal. For successful applicants our mandatory process includes police vetting and health screening.  

Te Whatu Ora Tairāwhiti are committed to improving Māori health outcomes and achieving health equity for Māori through Te Tiriti o Waitangi obligations. We aspire to having a workforce reflective of the communities we serve and achieving equitable outcomes for all.

It is desirable that new employees of Te Whatu Ora are fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

Immigration/Visa Support

Immigration NZ has introduced an Accredited Employer Work Visa scheme. For some positions this includes a clear pathway to residency. Successful candidates offered a position with us who require a work visa, will provide support with their Visa application. This booklet provides information on settling in Tūranganui-a-Kiwa.