Registered Midwife - Midwifery Group Practice - Incentives Offered
Join our dedicated team as a Registered Midwife in Tamworth’s Low Risk Midwifery Group Practice (MGP)
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time and Part Time Opportunities
Position Classification: Registered Midwife
Remuneration: $36.39 - $51.09 Per Hour + Allowances + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: up to 38
Requisition ID: REQ534560
Are you passionate about providing compassionate, evidence-based care to women and newborns? Do you want to make a meaningful impact on your community while advancing your midwifery career?
Tamworth Hospital’s Maternity Service offers an exciting opportunity for Registered Midwives to join our Low Risk Midwifery Group Practice (MGP) team.
Our Level 4 Maternity Service is part of the Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD), with approximately 1,200 births per year. We are committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate care in a supportive and collaborative environment.
In this role, you’ll provide comprehensive care across the full scope of midwifery practice, including antenatal, intrapartum, and postnatal care, while making a real difference in the lives of women and families. You’ll practice and promote safe, efficient and effective midwifery group practice care that reflects current standards of midwifery practices and current Hunter New England Local Health District policies and procedures.
We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
What We Offer
- You may qualify for a $20,000 sign-on 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 of up to $10,000 may apply. Retention incentives of up to $10,000 after 12 months of service may also apply. For eligibility criteria and more information: Midwifery sign-on bonus.
- Structured support through mentorship and comprehensive education programs
- Professional development opportunities, including access to the Torie Finnane Foundation Scholarships, to help you work to your full scope of practice (venepuncture, perineal repair, ultrasound, and midwifery-initiated pathways)
- Access to the Tamworth Maternity Simulation Centre for hands-on training in the latest maternity techniques and technology
- A collaborative and holistic work environment in a rural setting that values teamwork and professional growth
- Career progression within a Level 4 Maternity Service, with diverse opportunities for skill development and advancement
- Paid parental leave (for eligible employees)
At Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD) , enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. You'll contribute to the team enriching health in millions of ways every day.
Who We’re Looking For:
We welcome applicants from all levels of experience, including:
- Midwives New to Career
- Experienced Midwives
Whether you’re starting your career or are a seasoned professional, we are dedicated to supporting your growth and development in midwifery.
Make a Difference, Build Your Career, and Enjoy Life in Beautiful Tamworth!
If you're ready to take the next step in your career and make a lasting impact on the community, we’d love to hear from you. Join our MGP team and be part of a supportive, dedicated team that is transforming maternity care in Tamworth!
Requirements:
- Current registration as a Registered Midwife with AHPRA.
Additional Information:
- * Based on a minimum 18 month commitment to the position. All payments made to part-time employees will be on a pro-rata basis. Check your eligibility here- Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme. If you would like to discuss your eligibility or current circumstances further, please contact HNELHD-RuralIncentives@health.nsw.gov.au
- Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD) is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
- Casual opportunities may be available for recommended applicants
- An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
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For role related queries or questions contact Michelle Keir on Michelle.Keir@health.nsw.gov.au
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Information for Applicants:
All NSW Health workers are required to have completed a primary course of a COVID-19 vaccine which has been approved or recognised by the Therapeutics Goods Administration (TGA). Additionally, Category A workers are required to receive a booster dose three months after completing the primary course of COVID-19 vaccinations. New applicants must have completed the vaccination course prior to commencement with NSW Health, or provide an approved medical contraindication certificate (IM011 immunisation medical exemption form) certifying the worker cannot have any approved COVID-19 vaccines available in NSW.
Acceptable proof of vaccination is the Australian Immunisation Register (AIR) Immunisation History Statement or AIR COVID-19 Digital Certificate. Booster doses are highly recommended for all health care workers who have completed the primary course of COVID-19 vaccinations.
Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases - this is a Category A position. Please read and understand NSW Health policy directive (PD2022_030). All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy..
Stepping Up Website: is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: http://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp.
Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most HNELHD employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via nswhealth@salarypackagingplus.com.au or 1300 40 25 23.
HNE Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.
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