Families and Babies Program
A Fraser Health Program
Position: Registered Midwife
Postpartum Clinic at Surrey Memorial Hospital
Position Overview:
The Families and Babies Program, launched in October 2023 at Surrey Memorial Hospital, is seeking a compassionate and skilled Registered Midwife to join our dynamic team. This innovative program provides specialized postpartum care for low-risk birthing families and their infants, ensuring a smooth transition from hospital to home with early discharge at 24 hours.
Midwives in this program play a vital role in delivering high-quality, supportive care to families during the critical first week postpartum. This includes providing in-home care and conducting follow-up appointments at our program clinic, located in the Children’s Health Centre at Surrey Memorial Hospital.
Who You Are:
- You are a patient-centered individual who consistently performs at an exemplary standard.
- You are a team player with excellent communication, critical thinking, and prioritization skills, eager to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team at Surrey Memorial Hospital.
Position Summary:
This hospital-based integrated postpartum primary care midwife position will support early discharge from the Family Birthing Unit, providing clinical care to families post-discharge through home visits and follow-up clinic appointments.
What We Are Looking For:
- Registration with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives
- Currently privileged at Surrey Memorial Hospital or eligible for privileging
- Minimum 2 years of recent experience as a midwife
- Excellent physical assessment skills and proficiency in clinical care
- Strong computer and writing skills
- Knowledgeable in professional and hospital standards, guidelines, and procedures
- Demonstrated commitment to person-centred, family-focused care
- Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of an interprofessional team
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and teaching skills
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize effectively
- Evidence of ongoing professional development, continuing education, and leadership experience
- Good attendance record with the ability to maintain this standard
Work Schedule:
- Approximately 7 twelve-hour shifts per month, including hospital visits, home visits, and clinic visits.
- Home visits are scheduled 7 days a week, with midwives expected to conduct 2 to 4 home visits per shift.
- Clinic hours are 3:30 pm – 6:30 pm, Monday to Friday, including statutory holidays.
- No night shifts required.
- Schedules may be adjusted for operational needs.
Remuneration:
How to Apply:
Please submit your CV and letter of interest to familiesandbabiesprogram@gmail.com by January 30, 2025. Only selected applicants will be contacted to arrange an interview.
Join our team and make a meaningful impact by providing exceptional care to new families during their postpartum journey. We look forward to hearing from you!
Families and Babies Program is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.
