Certified Mid-Wife

The Talent Acquisition department hires qualified candidates to fill positions which contribute to the overall strategic success of Howard University. Hiring staff “for fit” makes significant contributions to Howard University’s overall mission.

At Howard University, we prioritize well-being and professional growth.

Here is what we offer:

• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus mental health support
• Work-Life Balance: PTO, paid holidays, flexible work arrangements
• Financial Wellness: Competitive salary, 403(b) with company match
• Professional Development: Ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, and career advancement paths
• Additional Perks:Wellness programs, commuter benefits, and a vibrant company culture

Join Howard University and thrive with us!

https://hr.howard.edu/benefits-wellness

o Providers care to patients though their reproductive lifespan, including prenatal, childbirth and postpartum care as well as gynecological services.

o Assist with triage inpatient rounding, triage assessments, antepartum/postpartum care, including vaginal births and inpatient coverage

o Provides primary care to new and established patients seeking OB/GYN care, which may include diagnosis and management of UTIs, vaginitis, STDs, as well as various other female-related diagnosis

o Establishes medical and nursing diagnoses; orders, performs and evaluates diagnostic studies; performs and monitors therapeutic procedures; assesses and/or manages follow-up plans.

o Performs follow-up antepartum and postpartum visits, including physical examinations, microscopy and screening for sexually transmitted infections, bacterial vaginosis and cervical cancer.

o Provides preventive, diagnostic, and therapeutic services to women across the age spectrum as it relates to general health maintenance, contraception, menopause, and other female-related diagnosis

o Obtains medical histories and conducts physical examinations and evaluations as appropriate.

o Orders and interprets laboratory/radiology testing, as appropriate.

o Provides patient education penitent to health conditions

o Recognizes and manages common acute and chronic illnesses within his/her scope of practice according to standards of care.

o Records and documents health assessment data necessary to maintain, coordinate, and/or expedite required services.

o Provides consultation and collaboration with and referral to physician colleagues as indicated, for high-risk conditions that include but are not limited to HIV infection, hypertension, diabetes, pyelonephritis, and other abnormalities.

o Prescribes and regulates medications per HUFPP protocol

o Reports abnormal patient findings to appropriate physician colleagues and is responsible for coordinating the reporting of all STDs to state agencies, as indicated and appropriate.

o Supports clinical activities of the Howard University Faculty Practice Plan (HUFPP), by providing patient and family education, developing teaching materials and other support

o Assumes responsibility and accountability for time management, professional relationships and interpersonal interactions across the HUH/HUFPP team.

o Assumes responsibility for his/her own professional development and remains current in clinical practice by attending relevant continuing education.

Special Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

· Membership to applicable professional organization (preferred)

· Experience and capability to use electronic medical records

· Patient-center focused

· Ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment

Minimum Qualifications

· Current DC CNM License, CDS and DEA registrations

· Current CPR/BLS certification required (AHA).

· Must maintain current licensure and certification during duration of employment.

· Two (2) years of experience in ambulatory care setting (preferred).

· Spanish language skills (preferred)

· ACLS (preferred)

Compliance Salary Range Disclosure

Expected Pay Range: $88,872 - $126,000