Registered Midwife (Incentives Offered)

Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD); Deniliquin; On-site; AUD 82,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on incentive up to $10,000

Salary packaging up to $20,600 p.a.

Novated car leasing option

Job summary

Deniliquin Hospital, part of Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD), is recruiting Registered Midwives to deliver safe, women-centred care across maternity services, with flexible full-time, part-time and casual opportunities available.

In this role, you will provide evidence-based midwifery and nursing care across the maternity continuum, working in partnership with women, families and the multidisciplinary team to assess, plan, implement and evaluate care that achieves optimal outcomes, in

Qualifications

• Registration as a Registered Midwife with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia via AHPRA.
• Commitment to women-centred, evidence-based midwifery practice.
• Ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate safe care across maternity settings.
• Demonstrated ability to work with a multidisciplinary team.
• Capacity to recognise and respond to changes in a woman’s or newborn’s condition.

Responsibilities

• Deliver evidence-based midwifery and nursing care across the maternity continuum.
• Collaborate with women, families and the multidisciplinary team to plan and evaluate care.
• Provide safe, responsive care and escalate when necessary.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Solo work capability

Clinical judgement

Education

Registered Midwife (ANZ) via AHPRA

Job description

• This position qualifies for incentives under the NSW Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme, including up to $10,000 sign on incentive, and up to $10,000 each year (incentive value dependent on full-time equivalent, position and location).

Requisition ID: REQ699673

Employment Type: Various

Position Classification: Registered Midwife

Remuneration: $81,748.17 - $114,771.98 per annum, pro rata (+ super + 17.5% leave loading where applicable)

Hours per week: up to 38

Applications Close: 10 November 2026

Vaccination Category: A

Location: Deniliquin

From first moments to lifelong impact, be a midwife in Deniliquin

Deniliquin Hospital is part of the Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD), providing care to Deniliquin and surrounding communities. Deniliquin offers the perfect mix of career opportunity and relaxed country living. Set on the banks of the beautiful Edward River, it’s a place where your work truly matters, and your lifestyle gets an upgrade.

About The Opportunity

Deniliquin Hospital is recruiting Registered Midwives to deliver safe, high-quality, women-centred care across our maternity services, with flexible full-time, part-time and casual opportunities available.

In this role, you will provide evidence-based midwifery and nursing care across the maternity continuum, working in partnership with women, families and the multidisciplinary team to assess, plan, implement and evaluate care that achieves optimal maternal and neonatal outcomes, supported by a collaborative and experienced team.

To find out more, please review the Position Description

About You

• Registration as a Registered Midwife with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia via AHPRA
• A commitment to women-centred, evidence-based midwifery practice that promotes trust, respect and informed decision-making
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build therapeutic relationships with women, families, carers and colleagues
• Demonstrated ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate safe, responsive care across maternity and clinical settings
• Capacity to recognise and respond to changes in a woman’s or newborn’s condition, escalating care appropriately
• Commitment to ongoing professional development, quality improvement and reflective practice
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team in a dynamic and evolving healthcare environment
• Ability to work as solo operator, back -up will always be available as needed

Why join MLHD

At Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD), we offer more than a job, we offer the chance to make a real difference.

• Make a Meaningful Impact – Play a vital role in delivering essential health services to our diverse and vibrant regional community.
• Attractive Remuneration – Enjoy competitive pay aligned with your skills and experience.
• Generous Salary Packaging – Access up to $20,600 per annum tax-free for living expenses, plus the option for novated car leasing.
• Professional Development – Take advantage of ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
• Health & Wellbeing Support – Benefit from our comprehensive wellness programs for you and your family, including Employee Assistance Programs, Fitness Passport, and initiatives to support both physical and mental health.
• This position qualifies for incentives under the NSW Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme, including up to $10,000 sign on incentive, and up to $10,000 each year (incentive value dependent on full-time equivalent, position and location).
• Supported accommodation for a 3-month period, may be considered.
• Sponsorship & relocation assistance considered

This is a NSW Health Category A position which requires immunisation and screening for certain diseases. The full list of requirements are outlined in NSW Health OASV Policy (Page 11).

MLHD welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and is committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and the LGBTIQ+ community.

If you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, you can access recruitment application support through the Stepping Up initiative.