Glow Midwifery PLLC Certified Nurse-Midwife Gilbert, AZ · Full time

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Glow Midwifery is a small, concierge midwifery practicing offering full-scope care with births in the hospital. It is midwife-owned and run, and is located in Gilbert, Arizona.

Do you want to provide unrushed, evidence-based care to your patients? Would you thrive in a small practice that values being supportive, achieving work-life balance, and operating with kindness?

About Us

Glow Midwifery is a small, midwife-owned practice located in Gilbert, Arizona. Our practice is built on the foundation of providing top-notch care to our patients while fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment for our team members. We are proud to offer full-scope midwifery services and maintain a low-risk patient caseload, allowing us to dedicate ample time to building strong relationships with each individual in our care.

We are a concierge practice and demand for our services is high. We attend births at two local hospitals and maintain a comfortable and inviting office space for gynecology, prenatal, and wellness visits.

At Glow Midwifery, we are a close-knit team dedicated to supporting one another and our patients. We value emotional intelligence, professionalism, and the ability to work well with others. We are a pioneering practice, and much of what we do is new for midwifery in our area. Collaboration is key, and we maintain strong relationships with other local healthcare providers.

The Opportunity

As a midwife at Glow Midwifery, you will have the opportunity to practice in a rewarding and fulfilling manner. We believe in providing trusted, individualized care to our patients, and we empower our midwives to establish meaningful relationships with those in their care.

You'll have the autonomy to determine your monthly birth caseload, with a target of approximately six births per month.

We prioritize work-life balance and offer a schedule that feels lighter than many other midwifery positions. With 20 clinic hours per week, you'll have the flexibility to enjoy your work while still having other hobbies and interests.

Compensation and Benefits

We offer a competitive base salary with bonuses for every birth attended. Additionally, we provide opportunities for professional development and growth within our practice. We understand the importance of maintaining a healthy work-life balance and strive to accommodate custom schedules and workloads for our team members. Paid time off, paid holidays, CME stipends, malpractice insurance, and reimbursement for professional fees are all offered.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient record reviews, assessments, and examinations to accurately identify health problems and needs
• Use the best scientific evidence, along with good judgment and practice guidelines, to guide the treatment and plan of care for each patient
• Anticipate potential health problems based on a patient's identified risk factors
• Counsel and educate patients
• Obtain well-informed consents
• Provide labor support, manage labor, recognize and address deviations from normal, respond appropriately to emergencies, and facilitate a safe birthing experience for all
• Document patient care accurately, thoroughly, and in a timely manner in the electronic medical record system
• Collaborate appropriately with other members of the healthcare team and properly document it
• Practice patient-centered care, which respects diverse histories, backgrounds, and identities
• Participate in self-evaluation and peer review
• Practice in accordance with the Hallmarks of Midwifery, ACNM Core Competencies, and ACNM Code of Ethics

Qualifications

• Board certification as a certified nurse-midwife by AMCB
• Master's or Doctorate degree in nursing
• 2+ years of experience in a high-volume setting preferred. New graduates will be considered if there is extensive hospital-based labor & delivery experience.
• Strong clinical skills and a commitment to providing evidence-based care
• Reliability, responsibility, and professionalism, with the ability to work independently with minimal direction
• Ability to consistently be kind with staff, patients, and colleagues
• Adaptability to new software and electronic medical records

Glow operates under the tenet that we take really good care of our patients, and even better care of each other. If you are looking to enjoy midwifery again, we encourage you to apply.