Hospitalist Midwife, Alongside Midwifery Unit - Casual - Markham site - Jobs in Markham, ON

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Who you are:You are a strong, strategic leader with exceptional relationship building and interpersonal skillsYou are a team player with excellent communication, critical thinking and customer service skillsYou have vision, flexibility, transparency, honesty and practicalityYou support the patient experience, your colleagues and cultural and spiritual beliefs of othersYou encompass MSH’s core values and live the words of Respect, Trust, Commitment, Compassion and CourageWho we are:Markham Stouffville Hospital (MSH) is one of Ontario’s leading community hospitals. Across our two sites (Markham and Uxbridge) and Reactivation Care Centre (RCC), we provide high quality, patient-centred care to more than 435,000 patients each year. We offer diagnostic and emergency services and deliver clinical programs in acute care medicine and surgery, addictions and mental health, and childbirth and children’s services. We are also proud to be part of the Eastern York Region North Durham Ontario Health Team (OHT).Our 526 physicians, 28 midwives, 2,400 staff and 1,000 volunteers serve patients and families with an honoured to care mindset and are focused on delivering an extraordinary patient experience to the residents of Markham, Whitchurch-Stouffville, Uxbridge and beyond.. We are dedicated to providing access to the right care, at the right time, in the right place by the right people and at the right cost. Are you ready to join usWhat we need:The Hospitalist Midwife is responsible for the day to day clinical running of the AMU unit, including but not limited to prioritizing client needs, admission and discharge timing, communication with community midwives, consultants and other members of the healthcare team, supporting learners, planning for emergencies, reviewing outcomes, teaching, mentoring and providing support to the midwifery team and learners. The Hospitalist midwife has an important role to play on the AMU with respect to leadership and change management and will support the strategic directions set by the Governance Council and the Executive Director. The Hospitalist Midwife communicates and facilitates communication with the other members of the interprofessional team to execute the best plan of care for each clientCompensation:Band C: $50.56 - $63.24Work Schedule:The successful candidate would be required to work 12 hour days, evenings and weekend and holidays. Please note schedules may change due to operational needs.What you bring to MSH:Current Certificate of Registration with the College of midwivesPost graduate certificate in surgical first assist for caesarean birth completed or in progressMasters level degree in midwifery, education or other appropriate program preferred, in progress or plan for undertaking is preferredMinimum 5 to 10 years of recent experience as a midwife working in a full scope hospital settingMinimum 5 years as a Clinical preceptor to midwifery studentsDemonstrated role as a resource and role model to junior midwives and learnersExcellent physical assessment skillsProficient computer and writing skillsFamiliar with professional and hospital standards, guidelines and proceduresDemonstrated commitment to a woman friendly /family centered care environmentDemonstrated excellent critical thinking and problem solving skillsDemonstrated ability to work effectively within an interprofessional team as well as independentlyExcellent communication, interpersonal and teaching skillsExcellent organizational skills with an ability to prioritizeExperience in leading organization and team changeEvidence of ongoing professional development, continuing education and leadership experienceDemonstrated good attendance record with the ability to maintain this same standardMarkham Stouffville Hospital takes pride in serving some of Canada’s most diverse communities. We are committed to fostering an environment of equity and inclusivity where every person can work and receive care safely, openly and honestly. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nation of origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital or family status, belief system, or other factors related to one’s personal identity and/or values. Furthermore, Markham Stouffville Hospital is committed to meeting the needs of all individuals in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Should you require accommodations during the recruitment and selection process, please contact Human Resources.Required SkillsRequired Experience