Registered Midwife

Essential Qualifications

Bachelor Degree in Midwifery or assessment through a Prior Learning Experience Assessment (PLEA) program, or an Internationally Education Midwifery Bridging Program (IEMBP) within a Canadian province. Recently applied knowledge of evidence-based midwifery theory, practices, techniques, and risk management acquired through work experience as a Registered Midwife. Current registration in good standing as a Registered Midwife with a Canadian regulatory authority. Demonstrated ability to meet Yukon Midwifery Licensing requirements. Demonstrated Northern, remote or rural experience providing midwifery care is an asset.

Desired Knowledge, Skills and Suitability

Candidates should have and may be assessed on:

Ability to collaborate and develop strong relationships with diverse stakeholders using a variety of approaches, practices, and methodologies. Excellent critical thinking and decision-making skills with the ability to assess options and risks as they relate to strategic goals and initiatives, resource management, and clinical practice. Ability to research, review, and evaluate current principles and practices to ensure current, evidence-based approaches to clinical practice and programming. Ability to apply change management principals to achieve desired outcomes. Ability to provide strong clinical oversight with a focus on quality care and service delivery.  Ability to teach, coach, and mentor others. Ability to increase personal effectiveness through self-reflection, lived experience, and ongoing professional development.

Additional Information

Conditions of Employment

Valid Class 5 Drivers Licence Recent TB screening Proof of required degree or certificate Completion of Yukon Midwifery Licensing prior to commencement and maintenance thereafter. Current satisfactory Criminal Record Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search). Minimum three satisfactory professional references, one of which could be the Chief of Medical Services or Senior Medical Administrator of the organization of most recent employment. Prior to commencement, the applicant must sign/accept the terms and conditions of the Yukon Hospital Corporations Hospital Act, its Regulations, and Bylaws in order to obtain hospital privileges. Hospital privileges must be maintained annually as prescribed by Yukon Hospital Corporation’s Bylaws and Regulations.

Job Requirements:

Ability to share 24/7 first and second on call coverage with the team of Registered Midwives. Ability to travel within the territory to support community operations outside of Whitehorse, and engage with stakeholders; potential need to attend conferences and workshops both within and outside of Yukon.

Relocation:

Relocation for this position may be supported in accordance with the Interview and Relocation Expense Directive

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Eligibility List 12 months Post Date 30 May 2023 Close Date 29 March 2024

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