Registered Midwife (Maternity Antenatal Postnatal Program) - Incentives Offered

Western NSW Local Health District; Parkes; On-site; AUD 57,000 - 80,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Incentives

Job summary

Western NSW Local Health District in Parkes, NSW seeks an experienced Registered Midwife to join the Maternity Antenatal Postnatal Program. You will contribute to a multidisciplinary team and provide woman-centred care across antenatal and postnatal services.

The role offers permanent part-time hours (20 per week) with weekend work and flexible practices. Incentives include a sign-on bonus and Rural Health Workforce incentives, with support for relocation and salary packaging options.

Qualifications

• Experience in maternity care within a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to provide woman-centred care throughout antenatal and postnatal periods.
• Commitment to rural health and community-based care.

Responsibilities

• Deliver woman-centred maternity care in a modern facility.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to support pregnancy outcomes.
• Engage with diverse communities and adapt models of care.

Skills

Midwife

Maternity care

Teamwork

Woman-centred care

Education

Registered Midwife credential

Job description

Registered Midwife (Maternity Antenatal Postnatal Program) - Incentives Offered

Western NSW Local Health District – Parkes NSW

3d ago , from Western NSW Local Health District

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Employment Type: Permanent Part Time (Job share may be considered)
Position Classification: Registered Midwife
Remuneration: $41.23- $57.88 per hr (+ superannuation + salary packaging options) + NSW Health – Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme (conditions apply – to find out more, visit Western NSW LHD Incentives)
Location: Parkes, NSW – Find out more
Hours Per Week: 20
Applications Close: 9 November 2026 – 11:59pm

Registered Midwife - Maternity Antenatal Postnatal Program - Incentives Offered
Parkes Health Service

About the role
You will be an integral part of the multidisciplinary maternity team providing woman centred care that is focused on individual needs, expectations and aspirations to achieve optimal pregnancy outcomes for the woman and her family.

With a modern, state of the art Maternity Units, Western NSW Local Health District are seeking experienced midwives to enhance their growing team.

Our single aim is to provide a service to build healthier rural people and thriving communities, and our midwives play a crucial role in achieving this goal. You’ll have the opportunity to work with a broad range of people across varied socioeconomic backgrounds and diverse ethnicities and experience a range of models of care.

You will work in a modern facility supporting women and their pregnancies, where you can really make a difference to their lives. Parkes has a population of approx. 10,000 and is 100kms from Orange and 115kms from Dubbo. Parkes offers country living in a friendly town with all the services and amenities you need.

This truly is a role where you will broaden your scope, develop new skills and supercharge your career. Challenge yourself. Make an impact. Shape the future. Join us at Western NSW Local Health District. Working hours include one weekend each month and flexible work practices.

A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website.

Helping you Move to Western NSW

The Welcome Experience is a free NSW Government service supporting workers (and their families) who have accepted a job with Western NSW LHD in most locations. The service helps with housing, schooling, partner work and community connections. Find out more at The Welcome Experience

Rural Health Workforce Incentives Scheme

You may qualify for a $20,000 sign-ons bonus if you have moved (evidence required) from MM1-2 (metro) location, interstate or internationally to work in our district. If you do not meet this criteria, attraction incentives or allowances of up to $10,000 may apply.

Retention incentives of up to $10,000 after 12 months of service may apply.

Incentives for part time employment are paid at a pro-rata rate. For eligibility criteria and more information: Midwifery sign-on bonus.

Role-related enquiries: Please contact Nicole White on 0407 587 *** or at *************@health.nsw.gov.au for more information.

Additional information for applicants:

• All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26. Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible people.
• This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future.
• Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant’s needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.
• Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government - Office of Children's Guardian
• Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.
• To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards
• For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD

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