Clinical Midwife - Maternity Core Unit

North West Hospital and Health Service; Queensland; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Isolation bonus

Annual airfare

Staff accommodation

Rent subsidy

Job summary

The Queensland Government's North West Hospital and Health Service in Mount Isa invites applications for Clinical Midwife roles. You will deliver expert, woman-centred midwifery care across antenatal, intrapartum and postnatal services in remote North Western Queensland.

This role includes mentorship and leadership to midwives and nursing staff, with opportunities for professional development and travel to support communities as part of a dedicated rural health team.

Qualifications

• Mandatory tertiary degree qualification.
• Appropriate registration/licences required.
• C Class Motor Vehicle Licence.

Responsibilities

• Deliver expert, woman-centred midwifery care across antenatal, birthing and postnatal services.
• Provide clinical leadership, mentorship and support to midwives, nurses and other team members.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Mentorship

Communication

Education

Bachelor of Midwifery

Tools

C Class Licence

Job description

Seeking expressions of interest for current and future opportunities. If you are placed in the talent pool you may be offered a position within the relevant time period, however your appointment to a position is not guaranteed.About the roleAs a Clinical Midwife, you will provide advanced midwifery care and clinical leadership across antenatal, intrapartum and postnatal servicesIn this role you will:Deliver expert, woman-centred care across antenatal, birthing and postnatal services, ensuring safe and evidence-based outcomes for women and babies.Provide clinical leadership, mentorship and support to midwives, nurses and other team members, fostering a positive and collaborative practice environmentWorking with usFor 1 year will get you an isolation bonus of AUD$3,714. If you stay for 2 years you will get AUD$11,140; and for your 3rd year (and every year after that) you will get AUD$7,426 (pro rata for part time employees).In your downtime, we will provide 2 return airfares p.a. (full time employees) (inc. spouse/dependents) or 1 return airfare p.a. (part time employees) to the nearest east coast provincial city in conjunction with your recreation leave.12.75% employer superannuation contribution.Tax savings through salary sacrificing options are also available.Plus 2 weeks p.a., travel as required and enrolment and conference costs for approved courses and conferences.We also offer staff accommodation (if eligible) or a private rental subsidy of AUD$82.50 per week for up to 17 months.RequirementsMandatory requirements are a relevant tertiary degree qualification and appropriate registration/licences.C Class Motor Vehicle Licence.Pre-employment screening will be conducted for the successful applicant, including Criminal History checks.This is a VPD risk role and may require evidence of vaccination or immunity to: Hepatitis A/B, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis, and Tuberculosis.A period of probation may apply.About North West Hospital and Health ServiceThe North West Hospital and Health Service (NWHHS) delivers public health services across approximately 300,000 square kilometres, supporting remote communities throughout North Western Queensland and the Gulf of Carpentaria. We are committed to promoting community wellbeing and providing high-quality, accessible and effective healthcare for all.Unique locationsFriendly communitiesRegional, rural and remote $$$ incentivesMount Isa is a great place to live and work!Interested?Download the Role Description for further information and application / interview preparation.Contact: Julie Hurst on [phone].Applications close: Monday, 8 February 2027.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.