RM - Longreach - Midwifery Group Practice (MGP)

JPS Recruitment; Longreach Regional; On-site; AUD 96,000 - 138,000; Part time

Job summary

Longreach Hospital is seeking a Registered Midwife to join its Midwifery Group Practice (MGP) on a three-week contract from 21 December 2026 to 10 January 2027. The role emphasises continuity-of-care and relationship-based practice in a regional Queensland setting.

The successful candidate will be on 24/7 on-call, deliver caseload continuity, and bring strong communication and teamwork to a small, dedicated team in Longreach.

Qualifications

• Registered Midwife with AHPRA registration.
• Experience in midwifery practice with continuity of care.
• Willingness to work 24/7 on-call and respond to clinical needs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver caseload continuity of care within the Midwifery Group Practice model.
• Provide 24/7 on-call coverage for your caseload.
• Engage in a three-week contract over the summer period in regional Queensland.

Skills

Caseload continuity

24/7 on-call

Communication

Team collaboration

MGP model knowledge

Education

Bachelor of Midwifery

Post-graduate qualification in MGP

CPR certification

Job description

RM - Longreach - Midwifery Group Practice (MGP)

Longreach Hospital is seeking a Registered Midwife to join its Midwifery Group Practice (MGP) on a three-week contract from 21 December 2026 to 10 January 2027. This is an on-call role based in Longreach, Queensland, offering the opportunity to deliver continuity-of-care midwifery in a model that prioritises relationship-based practice. The position is classified as Nurse Grade 6, with a 35% loading applied to the base rate in recognition of the MGP model's demands.

• Deliver caseload continuity of care within a midwifery group practice model
• 24/7 on-call availability with flexibility to respond to the needs of your caseload
• Three-week contract opportunity over the summer period in regional Queensland

Preferred Requirements

• Current registration as a Midwife with AHPRA
• Demonstrated experience in midwifery practice, with knowledge of caseload continuity of care models
• Ability to work flexibly on a 24/7 on-call basis and respond to clinical needs
• Strong communication and collaborative practice skills within a small team environment
• Understanding of the MGP model and commitment to woman-centred, continuity-focused care

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Midwifery or equivalent qualification with current AHPRA registration
• Post-graduate qualification or experience in midwifery group practice or continuity of care models
• Current CPR and emergency management certification relevant to midwifery practice