Where you’ll be working: Thames & Coromandel RegionThe details: Permanent Part time – Full time - RosteredBe part of the national transformation in HealthJoin us as we seek to address significant equity needs for wāhine hapū in Thames and Coromandel roheAssist in establishing and strengthening locality service linkages for wāhine hapūEnjoy building relationships with whānau and colleagues in this unique part of the motuTe whiwhinga mahi | The OpportunityWe have an opportunity for you at Thames Birth Unit, to provide midwifery care for our local community, in partnership with LMC. We are seeking to expand our team to ensure there are two midwives on every shift 24/7. Join our team and work in an environment where you will have the ability to meet the challenges of rural practise in a supportive structure. Please consider this unique opportunity in delivering excellent midwifery care. We would love to hear from you and have you on our team.to view the position description.(Please note position descriptions can only be viewed on the Te Whatu Ora - Waikato website.)Mō tātou Ratonga | About our ServiceIn response to the LMC Midwife shortage, the demand on Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, Waikato as the provider of Maternity Care has seen the establishment of a Thames and Coromandel, Caseload Midwifery Team (CMT) to ensure women and pregnant people have access to maternity care close to their own home. This midwifery service will provide antenatal, intrapartum and postnatal care to pregnant people living in the Thames Coromandel rohe.Mōu | About youRequired skills & experience you will need to be considered for this role:Knowledge and understanding of Te Tiriti o WaitangiNew Zealand Midwifery Registration, with a current Annual Practicing Certificate with no conditions on scope of practiceAt least 3 years midwifery experienceDemonstrate clinical and cultural competence to a high standardHolds a current NZ Drivers LicenceEffectively communicates to provide advocacy and support for pregnant women and their whānau if requiredAbility to access & use the available clinical information systemsMaintains own professional development & attends relevant IT education programmesExperience in working with whānau with complex needsDemonstrated experience of working within a Te Ao Māori environment and understanding Tikanga Māori, and/or experience working within a bicultural context with diverse communities and/or organisationsDesired;Previous midwifery community , primary maternity or LMC experienceTo have achieved confident or higher level on Quality and Leadership ProgrammeBe self-motivated and front footed both in a large organisation and community settingKo wai mātou | Our OrganisationTe iwi Ngakaunui – People at HeartWhakamana – Give and earn respectWhakaronga – Listen to me; Talk to meMauri Pai – Fair playWhakapakari – Growing the goodKotahitanga – Stronger togetherIt is not very often something happens that is big; like, really big. Big to the point that it will touch the lives of every single person in the country. That is what we are talking about here. The provision of Health in Aotearoa New Zealand, and how its run is about to change in a big way.Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand and Te Aka Whai Ora - Māori Health Authority will together shape the delivery of Health services in Aotearoa New Zealand for generations to come, and will form the core of a modern and integrated service looking after the needs of all our Whānau.We are dedicated to achieving health equity for Māori and other priority populations. We are a Crown entity and an active partner in Te Tiriti o Waitangi. Te Whatu Ora – Health New Zealand is guided by Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to upholding the articles.Here at Te Whatu Ora – Health New Zealand, Waikato we have a team of 8,000 working across the Waikato where everyone plays a vital role in the care of our patients – directly or non-directly. Our vision is Healthy People. Excellent Care.We are a values-based and inclusive organisation that is committed to deliver the best health outcomes for our total population. Reflecting the population we serve is an important part of the care we deliver to the community. We strongly encourage applicants from all backgrounds with the necessary capability and who share our values to apply. We proactively develop pathways that maximise opportunity for Māori and encourage Māori to apply.He aha WaikatoWaikato is the fourth largest region in Aotearoa New Zealand and located just south of Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland. It features a wide range of world-class outdoor and cultural experiences. You can surf the world-famous beaches of Whāingaroa Raglan, swim at the beautiful beaches of the Kapanga Coromandel, hike our majestic mountain ranges, tour the Hobbiton shire, experience the magic of the Waitomo glow worm caves, and encounter a vast array of flora and fauna at the remarkable Maungatautari Ecological Reserve.Waikato is the home of the Kiingitanga and rich in Māori culture. Waikato Hospital sits on whenua gifted by Waikato iwi, situated on the banks of the mighty Waikato Awa, Hamilton is New Zealand’s largest metropolitan inland city. Hamilton’s vibrant city centre and rich cultural mix makes it an ideal place to experience the authentic friendly Kiwi lifestyle.Learn more about living in the mighty WaikatoMe pēhea te tuku tono | How to applyPlease apply directly online, applications are not able to be accepted via email. For any queries about the role please contactClosing date: Open until filled