Sole Maternity Midwife — 12-Week Regional Role

JPS Recruitment Group; Forbes; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Forbes District Hospital is seeking two Registered Midwives to join its maternity team on a 12-week contract from 9 November 2026 through 31 January 2027. This role provides an opportunity to work as a sole midwife in a birthing environment, delivering direct care to women and families during a significant life event.

Ideal candidates are experienced midwives seeking focused, meaningful work in a regional healthcare setting, with autonomous practice and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Current registration as a Registered Midwife with AHPRA.
• Experience in maternity care, labour support, and birthing assistance.
• Ability to work autonomously and make clinical decisions in a sole practitioner capacity.

Responsibilities

• Sole midwife responsibility for maternity and birthing care in a regional hospital setting.
• 12-week fixed-term contract with start and end dates (9 November 2026 – 31 January 2027).
• Two positions available, based at Forbes District Hospital.

Skills

Autonomous practice

Clinical decision-making

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Midwifery or equivalent

CPR certification

Emergency response certification

AHPRA registration as Midwife

Job description

Forbes District Hospital is seeking two Registered Midwives to join its maternity team on a 12-week contract from 9 November 2026 through 31 January 2027. This role provides an opportunity to work as a sole midwife in a birthing environment, delivering direct care to women and families during a significant life event.

Ideal candidates are experienced midwives seeking focused, meaningful work in a regional healthcare setting, with autonomous practice and strong communication skills.