Registered Midwife - Postnatal - RPAH

Sydney Local Health District; Sydney; On-site; AUD 57,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly Accrued Day Off

Public Holiday pay (Xmas)

Parental Leave

Salary Packaging

Upskill Courses

EAP counselling

Flu vaccination

Fitness Passport

Telehealth resources

Stepping Up program

Job summary

Sydney Local Health District’s Royal Prince Alfred Hospital is seeking a Registered Midwife to join a leading women’s health team. The role offers permanent full or part-time hours (minimum 24 per week) with an hourly rate of $41.22–$57.88, plus superannuation and annual leave loading.

You’ll work in a supportive, education‑driven environment focused on evidence‑informed practice and safe patient care. Ideal candidates will have current AHPRA registration, strong interpersonal and communication

Qualifications

• Current midwifery registration with AHPRA (Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia).
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills within a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to work a 7-day rotating roster with 12-hour shifts.
• Full working rights within Australia are required.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Roster coordination

12-hour shifts experience

Job description

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time and Part Time (minimum 24 hours per week) Position Classification: Registered Midwife Remuneration: $41.22 - $57.88 per hour + Superannuation + Annual Leave Loading Location: Royal Prince Alfred Hospital Requisition ID: REQ698844

Join the team at one of the leading public health organisations in Australia! About the role Royal Prince Alfred Hospital (RPAH), established in 1882, is one of Australia’s most respected hospitals with a distinguished history of serving the health needs of local, statewide, national, and international communities. As a major metropolitan tertiary referral hospital and a principal provider of specialist healthcare, RPAH offers world-class facilities and services. Our dedicated, innovative, and caring staff are committed to delivering exceptional patient care. We’re committed to helping you grow and feel confident in every stage of your midwifery journey. Whether you’re a newly graduated midwife looking to consolidate your skills, or an experienced clinician wanting to expand your scope, we provide ongoing education and professional development tailored to your goals. Our team has access to regular in-service education sessions, simulation-based training, clinical support from experienced educators, and structured mentorship to help you develop both confidence and competence. You’ll have opportunities to upskill in areas such as venepuncture, cannulation, perineal suturing, postnatal education, and newborn assessment, all within a supportive environment that values learning, teamwork, and professional growth. We have after hours support from Postnatal Clinical Resource Midwives, and the RPAH Women & Babies service is supported by a Midwifery Unit Manager 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. For more information, please view the Position Description

Ideal Candidate

• Current midwifery registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (AHPRA).
• Effective interpersonal skills, excellent written and verbal communication skills within a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to work a 7 day rotating roster working 12 hour shifts.
• Understanding of evidence informed practice and critical thinking.
• All candidates must have full working rights within Australia.

Benefits and Perks

• Monthly Accrued Day Off (for full time employees)
• Additional Public Holiday during Xmas for celebrations!
• Paid Parental Leave & Annual Leave loading
• Extra tax savings through Salary Packaging, Novated Leasing & Meal Entertainment allowance.
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• Upskill with free courses, qualifications and coaching via Sydney Education
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselling and support for staff and their families
• Annual influenza vaccination on us!
• Discounted Fitness Passport membership and free telehealth nutrition and wellness resources from qualified professionals.
• For more information about other benefits, please visit SLHD Benefits

Working for Sydney Local Health District - NSW Health This is a Category A position.

This recruitment may be used to create a talent pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.

SLHD is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with disability are encouraged to apply for all internal and externally advertised positions. If you require assistance, please advise the contact person at the time of your application. Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles within NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/ Sydney Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards. For more information about SLHD please visit ‘Working with Us’

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Applications Close: 2 November 2026 at 11:59pm For Applicant Support and Information, visit ‘Applicant Information’