Clinical Midwife (Clinical Coach)

About the role

The Clinical Midwife (Clinical Coach) works within Clinical Education Services at Townsville University Hospital and supports clinical education and the development of Clinical Partners across Townsville Hospital and Health Service. The role works with Clinical Integrators, the Clinical Simulation Centre, Nurse Educators and multidisciplinary teams to provide hands-on, point-of-care education, facilitate experiential learning and mentor staff in teaching, supervision and assessment.

Key responsibilities

• Support clinical education and build the capability and confidence of Clinical Partners across the hospital and health service.
• Work with Clinical Integrators, the Clinical Simulation Centre, Nurse Educators and multidisciplinary teams.
• Provide hands-on, point-of-care education and facilitate experiential learning.
• Mentor staff to strengthen their teaching, supervision and assessment capabilities.

Required profile

• Bachelor of Midwifery or equivalent is mandatory.
• Proof of registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and current practising certificates.
• A relevant postgraduate qualification in an appropriate field is highly desirable.
• Willingness to travel by small plane or ferry to other facilities within the Townsville Hospital and Health Service for clinical activities, planning, quality, performance and education meetings.

What we offer

• Salary of $114,532 to $122,643 per year (grade NG6-1).
• 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14% to 17.5% loading.
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution.
• Possible salary sacrificing options.
• Career pathways, secondments and training, including partnership with James Cook University.
• Regional lifestyle in North Queensland with short commutes and a supportive workplace culture.