Midwife; Clinic

Role Overview

The Registered Midwife will provide comprehensive, evidence-based maternity care within their NMC Scope of Practice, working collaboratively with Ocean Med’s Obstetricians and clinical team.

The role is designed to:

• Deliver structured low-risk antenatal and postpartum care
• Provide in-home maternal and newborn assessments
• Support continuity of care during OB surgical or emergency commitments
• Contribute to the development of Ocean Med’s maternal services division

The Midwife will practice autonomously within scope while operating within a defined escalation and governance framework under OB oversight.

1. Antenatal Care (Clinic-Based)

• Conduct routine low-risk prenatal visits
• Monitor maternal vital signs, fetal heart rate, and growth parameters
• Perform urinalysis and relevant point-of-care testing
• Provide antenatal education and birth preparation
• Conduct prenatal lactation counselling
• Identify deviations from normal physiology and elevate appropriately
• Document care in accordance with clinic protocols

2. Postpartum & 4th Trimester Care (Clinic and In-Home)

• Conduct maternal and newborn assessments in clinic and at patient homes
• Perform maternal vital checks, wound and incision assessments
• Assess newborn weight, feeding, hydration, and wellbeing
• Provide breastfeeding support (within scope; IBCLC qualification desirable or in progress)
• Conduct emotional wellbeing screening and early postnatal mental health assessment
• Escalate clinical concerns to OB or appropriate provider

3. Newborn & Infant Care (Within Scope)

• Conduct basic newborn physical assessments
• Monitor feeding patterns and early development
• Provide parental education and anticipatory guidance
• Identify and elevate neonatal concerns

4. Collaborative OB Support

• Provide clinic coverage when OBs are in theatre or attending emergencies
• Assist in triaging low-risk maternity patients
• Participate in shared-care models under defined protocols
• Contribute to case discussions and multidisciplinary collaboration

The OB remains clinical lead of record for high-risk and surgical cases.

5. Well Woman & Expanded Services (Future Phase)

Subject to service expansion, responsibilities may include:

• Preconception consultations
• Contraceptive counselling
• Routine Pap smears (if credentialed and within scope)
• Support with group antenatal classes
• Participation in structured maternal education programs

6. Package & Program Delivery

• Deliver structured prenatal and postpartum packages
• Contribute to development of maternal education materials
• Participate in patient engagement initiatives
• Maintain professional communication standards consistent with Ocean Med’s brand

• Practice strictly within Cayman Islands NMC Scope of Practice
• Maintain current registration and continuing education requirements
• Adhere to Ocean Med clinical policies and escalation protocols
• Maintain professional indemnity coverage as required
• Comply with and relevant laws and clinic regulatory standards

• Registered Midwife licensed with Cayman Islands Nursing and Midwifery Council (or eligible for registration)
• Minimum 3–5 years post-qualification midwifery experience
• Experience in antenatal, intrapartum, and postpartum care
• Experience conducting home visits preferred
• IBCLC certification or willingness to obtain (preferred)

• Strong clinical judgment within scope
• Ability to recognise and elevate complications appropriately
• Patient-centered communication style
• High professional accountability
• Organised and capable of independent practice
• Comfortable working within a structured, collaborative model
• Current driver's license and car

At Ocean Med, we exist to give women the knowledge, support, and medical expertise they need to take charge of their health with confidence. By combining tailored insights, proactive care, and a collaborative approach, we help you make informed choices about your long-term well-being.

Driven by our vision to set a new standard in women’s healthcare, we provide advanced clinical and diagnostic services in an atmosphere designed for comfort, trust, and connection – where building a strong, trusted relationship with your physician is at the heart of your care. Through open communication and a personalised approach, we ensure you feel informed, respected, and supported in every decision about your health.

The role offers a base salary, car and phone allowance, along with variable earning potential through commission tied to clinical service delivery and program development.