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• Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network – Port Augusta
• OPS6 | Full Time | Ongoing
  
• Base Salary Range: $90,604 - $95,413 p.a 
• In addition to base salary, this position attracts Superannuation, Leave Loading and Salary Sacrificing Benefits (salary packaging). 

Join our team and make a lasting impact by providing culturally safe, compassionate care and improving birth outcomes for Aboriginal women and their families!

About Us:

The Flinders and Upper North region offers a relaxed lifestyle, breath taking views, endless adventures and friendly and diverse communities. With a short commute to work, you’ll have more time in your day to spend with your family, friends and explore the many attractions of the Flinders and Upper North region. With wide-open spaces, parks and sports and access to many recreational activities, you’ll find something to enjoy outside of work. There is access to public and private schooling, including tertiary education, making it a great place to raise a family.

Working at the Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network, you will become a part of a collaborative and supportive work environment. Combined with access to flexible working arrangements and opportunities to develop and grow. Whatever your role is at FUNLHN, it is vital in supporting the smooth operation of our health care services.

Find out more about working with the Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network at: Working at the FUNLHN

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 About Port Augusta.pdf

Relocation and Accommodation Assistance:

• Financial assistance for relocation may be available for eligible applicants for appointments prior to 31 December 2026. Further details regarding this can be found here
• Accommodation support may be available - conditions apply

About the Role:

Join our team as the Aboriginal Maternal and Infant Care (AMIC) Practitioner Team Leader and play a pivotal role in improving birth outcomes for Aboriginal women and their families. In collaboration with the Associate Midwifery Unit Manager, you’ll lead the Anangu Bibi Birthing Program and work alongside midwives and doctors to provide culturally safe, high-quality antenatal, birthing, and postnatal care.

You’ll have the opportunity to make a real impact by improving access to maternity services, linking families to community support, and contributing to the development of policies, procedures, and health education programs. Your leadership will help ensure the delivery of services that meet the unique cultural and psycho-social needs of Aboriginal families, while also supporting the growth of new AMIC trainees.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dedicated primary health care team, deliver culturally relevant care, and drive positive change for Aboriginal families. You’ll also play a key role in providing clinical care across various settings, from hospitals and health services to home visits. If you're passionate about making a difference and contributing to culturally safe practices, we’d love for you to join us.

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About You:

• Certificate IV in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care Practice (HLT40213); and
• Hold the Maternal and Infant Care Skill Set – Clinical (HLTSS00031) under the Diploma of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care (HLT50213).
• Registered/eligible for registration as an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Practitioner by the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Practice Board of Australia and who holds/is eligible to hold, a current practicing certificate
• Recent experience in delivering Maternal and Infant Care to Aboriginal women in both mainstream and community settings. 

Please refer to the role description below for more detailed information on the position, responsibilities, and qualifications.

Immunisation Risk for this position is - Category A (direct contact with blood or body substances)

Applicant Information:

• The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
• Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and Immunisation compliance as indicated on the Role description.
• SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Job Ref: 889561

Want To Know More? Contact:

Charlotte Groves - Director of Midwifery, 0412 702 721, charlotte.groves@sa.gov.au

Application Closing Date: Thursday 20th February 2025 - 11.55PM

Attachments:

 889561 OPS6 Role Description.pdf

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