At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide midwifery services to women and families in Richmond's community clinics.
- Company: Join Vancouver Coastal Health, a leader in innovative medical care.
- Benefits: Comprehensive health benefits, career growth opportunities, and wellness supports.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace, encouraging applications from underrepresented groups.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the community while advancing your midwifery career.
- Qualifications: Registered midwife with at least one year of experience and commitment to community care.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 $ per year.
Come work as a Midwife with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)! The Division of Midwifery at Vancouver Coastal Health-Richmond has 3 full time medical staff privileges available and we invite interested midwives who meet the criteria to submit an Expression of Interest. Members of the Division of Midwifery work in community based clinics, and provide midwifery services to women and their families who reside in the city of Richmond. The Division of Midwifery has a matrixed structure as part of the Regional Department of Midwifery and the Richmond Hospital Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology. The Birth Centre at the Richmond Hospital is an integrated multidisciplinary team, focused on providing safe, patient-centered care while maintaining a high vaginal birth rate.
Qualifications
- A prospective medical staff member (Applicant) must be registered, or eligible for full registration with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives;
- Have a minimum of one year of experience as a registered midwife;
- Plan to join an established midwifery practice in Richmond.
Ideal Candidates will have:
- Proven clinical excellence and experience in the provision of midwifery and maternity care;
- Professional or leadership experience;
- Commitment to the hospital(s) and the community;
- Ability to carry a full midwifery case load;
- Teaching experience;
- An interest in providing midwifery care in a language other than English;
- Demonstrated commitment to positive collegial relationships, furthering the profession of midwifery and engaging in interdisciplinary collaboration.
Skills Required:
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
- Fetal Health Surveillance (FHS)
- Midwives Emergency Skills Program (MESP)
- BCCNM and MABC (in good standing)
Preference will be given to applicants intending to work full-time in order to help meet the high demand for midwifery care in Richmond. Midwives are paid through MSP billings - Fee for Service.
VCH's Regional Department of Midwifery is committed to increasing the presence of Midwifery in Richmond and to welcome new proactive members. We encourage workforce diversity and encourage midwives from underrepresented groups to apply and self-identify.
Please note that a resume and cover letter are required to apply for this position. As per Ministry of Health policy, all health care workers working in publicly-funded health care facilities are required to report their past receipt of certain vaccines or history of certain infections. Collecting these records will allow for offering of any missing vaccines, and for appropriate actions to be taken in the event of any future exposure to a communicable disease or during outbreaks. For all new hires and appointments to Vancouver Coastal Health, you will be asked to provide this information as part of the onboarding process.
Why Join Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH):
- VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents.
- Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan.
- Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.
- Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families.
- Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers.
At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation.
Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers, BC's Top Employers, Canada's Best Diversity Employers and Canada's Top Employers for Young People in 2026. Thank you for your interest in Vancouver Coastal Health.
Midwife in Richmond employer: Vancouver Coastal Health
Vancouver Coastal Health is an exceptional employer that prioritizes the well-being and professional growth of its employees. With a collaborative work culture that fosters innovation and teamwork, you will have access to ongoing training and development opportunities while contributing to meaningful healthcare initiatives in the vibrant city of Vancouver. Join us to make a real impact in the community while enjoying a supportive environment that values your expertise and dedication.
