Careers at Well Body
Well Body and Birth is dedicated to creating safe, inclusive, and wellness-centered spaces where community support of reproductive health, conception, birth, and postpartum helps to unveil well individuals and families.
We believe that bringing a new life into the world is a profound and personal journey, and our mission is to provide a supportive, compassionate environment that helps families navigate their childbirth experience.
Located in Indian Land, SC, our birth center combines the warmth and personalized care of home with the safety and expertise of a medical facility. Our team is composed of highly skilled professionals who are committed to ensuring the best possible experience for our clients. We prioritize individualized care tailored to meet the unique needs and preferences of each family. If you are interested in joining us as we commit to making a birth difference in the Greater Charlotte Area, check out our open positions below. To apply, submit your cover letter and resume to HR@wellbodyandbirth.com. Please include your Name and the Job Title you are applying for in the subject line.
Birth Assistant
Position Overview
The Birth Assistant plays a vital role in assisting midwives, birthing families, and the clinical team throughout the labor and birth process. This position involves clinical support, emotional and physical assistance to laboring clients, and ensuring the birthing environment is safe, clean, and prepared.
Essential Functions
- Assist midwives during labor, birth, and immediate postpartum care
- Monitor and record maternal and fetal vitals under supervision
- Provide emotional and hands on support to birthing persons (comfort measures, positioning, etc.) and their families
- Prepare birth suites and ensure all necessary supplies and equipment are ready
- Maintain accurate documentation during births and charting support
- Prepare and administer medications as directed, if certified
- Provide newborn support under midwife supervision (vitals, documentation, etc.)
- Provide patient education, as directed midwife
- Familiar with midwifery model of care
- Maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment
- Assist with postpartum cleanup and laundry, including sterilizing instruments and restocking supplies
- Support emergency response protocols as directed by clinical staff
- Participate in team meetings, trainings, and continuing education
Qualifications
- Active Licensed Midwife or RN licensed in the State of South Carolina (or ability to obtain in SC)
- Obstetrics experience preferred
- Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP) required or obtained upon hire
- Strong interpersonal, communication and teamwork skills
- Comfortable working in a dynamic clinical setting
- Ability to work an on-call schedule in 24-hour shifts
Compensation and Benefits
This is a contract position paying $500 per birth assisted.
