FIFO Midwifery Roles – Clinical Midwife, Midwife and Clinical Midwife Specialist – Endorsed Midwife

Government of Western Australia; Southwestern Ontario; Remote; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An Australian health service is seeking qualified Midwives for exciting positions at Kununurra maternity unit. Successful candidates will engage in a Fly-in, Fly-Out (FIFO) arrangement for 6 months, providing comprehensive care throughout pregnancy, birth, and postnatal stages. Flexible work schedules include 12-hour shifts with paid travel time, accommodations, and a range of generous benefits including location allowances and professional development opportunities. Ideal for passionate professionals committed to high-quality care in regional communities.

Benefits

Location based allowances

Annual travel allowance

Generous salary packaging benefits

Professional development opportunities

12% Superannuation Guarantee

Qualifications

• Experience in providing care throughout pregnancy, birth, and postnatal stages.
• Commitment to diverse communities and team collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Engage in a Fly-in, Fly-Out arrangement.
• Provide continuity of care to women and families.
• Work 12-hour shifts over a 12-week roster.

Skills

Passion for maternity care

Flexibility

Team focus

Education

Registered Midwife qualification

Job description

Position Profile

Kununurra maternity unit has an exciting opportunity for suitably qualified Midwives to engage in a Fly-in, Fly-Out (FIFO) arrangement for a 6 month period, with the possibility of extension and / or permanency.

These positions are suited to midwives who are passionate about caring for women throughout the whole continuum of pregnancy, birth and postnatal care in a continuity of care type model. Commitment to the diverse Kimberley community, a team focus, and flexibility is essential to ensuring women and families have access to world class midwifery and maternity services across the continuum of care in regional WA.

Information for Successful candidate

• This is for fixed term part time appointment with the possibility of extension and / or permanency.
• 12-hour shifts over a 12-week roster template.
• 15 days rostered on, 13 days rostered off, including paid travel time.
• A mix of days and nights.
• On Call
• Flights from Perth
• Accommodation provided
• District allowance

An opportunity exists for a talented and enthusiastic Midwife to join the team at Kununurra Hospital.

• Great benefits including location allowance, annual travel allowance and an additional week annual leave.
• Generous Salary Packaging Benefits.
• As a WA Country Health Service employee, you’re entitled to discounts across some private health care funds. Please see attached flyer for further details.

What we offer

In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits :

• Location based allowances including :
• Additional North West paid leave District Allowance - regional specific Annual travel subsidy (ALTC) Air-conditioning subsidy allowance.
• Paid study Leave assistance – regional specific as per EBA.
• Generous salary packaging benefits :
• Up to $9010 on a range of benefits such as mortgage, your rent or other everyday living expenses Up to $2650 on meal entertainment, holiday accommodation and venue hire Access to novated leasing to use pre-tax dollars for a car and expenses.
• Plus, Additional Remote Area Specific Benefits.
• Professional Development opportunities
• Continuous learning opportunities
• 12% Superannuation Guarantee
• WACHS supports flexible working practices and consideration will be given to flexible work / roster options, where operationally appropriate.
• As a WA Country Health Service employee, you’re entitled to discounts across some private health care funds. Please see attached flyer for further details.

The following must be noted :

• The panel will monitor this recruitment pool for applications and will assess on a regular basis.
• Applicants may be contacted to request additional information.
• Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments can be made when similar vacancies occur.

International applications with suitable experience and qualifications are encouraged to apply.

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Eligibility to Apply

To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have a valid working visa (for fixed term appointments) or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia (for permanent appointments).

How to Apply

Applicants are requested to apply online. Please provide the following information as part of your application :

• A detailed CV that clearly shows your experience relevant to this role.
• A cover letter outlining your suitability for this position.
• A 2-3 page maximum document addressing the selection criteria listed on the Job Description Form (JDF)
• The names and contact details of two (2) professional referees - preferable for one to be your current / recent supervisor or manager.