At a Glance
- Tasks: Support Mums, babies, and families through their maternity journey in a caring environment.
- Company: Join the North West Hospital and Health Service, dedicated to community wellbeing.
- Benefits: Attractive bonuses, travel allowances, and professional development opportunities await you.
- Other info: Experience life in beautiful Mount Isa with friendly communities and unique locations.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in maternal and neonatal health across diverse communities.
- Qualifications: Must have a relevant degree and registration as a midwife.
The predicted salary is between 47250 - 57750 $ per year.
Support Mums, Babies and Families Across the North West!
Join the Mount Isa Hospital Maternity Service and play an important role in supporting women, newborns and families throughout their maternity journey.
About The Role
This role offers the opportunity to develop your maternity nursing skills while contributing to positive maternal and neonatal outcomes for families across North West Queensland, including First Nations communities.
- In This Role You Will
- Deliver safe, compassionate and culturally responsive nursing care to women, newborns and their families.
- Collaborate with Registered Midwives and the broader healthcare team to achieve the best possible patient outcomes.
- Support positive maternal and neonatal health outcomes through assessment, care planning, implementation and evaluation of care.
- Working with us
- For 1 year will get you an isolation bonus of AUD$3,695.
If you stay for 2 years you will get AUD$11,085; and for your 3rd year (and every year after that) you will get AUD$7,390 (pro rata for part time employees).
- In your downtime , we will provide 2 return airfares p. a. (full time employees) (inc. spouse/dependents) or 1 return airfare p. a. (part time employees) to the nearest east coast provincial city in conjunction with your recreation leave.
- 12.75% employer superannuation contribution.
- Long Service Leave and Sick Leave accrual.
- Tax savings through salary sacrificing options are also available.
- Plus 2 weeks p. a., travel as required and enrolment and conference costs for approved courses and conferences.
- We also offer staff accommodation (if eligible) or a private rental subsidy of AUD$82.50 per week for up to 17 months.
Requirements
- Mandatory requirements are a relevant tertiary degree qualification and appropriate registration/licences.
- C Class Motor Vehicle Licence.
- Pre-employment screening will be conducted for the successful applicant, including Criminal History checks.
- This is a VPD risk role and may require evidence of vaccination or immunity to: Hepatitis A/B, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis, and Tuberculosis.
- A period of probation may apply.
- About North West Hospital And Health Service
The North West Hospital and Health Service (NWHHS) delivers public health services across approximately 300,000 square kilometres, supporting remote communities throughout North Western Queensland and the Gulf of Carpentaria.
We are committed to promoting community wellbeing and providing high-quality, accessible and effective healthcare for all.
- Unique locations
- Friendly communities
- Regional, rural and remote $$ incentives
Mount Isa is a great place to live and work!
Interested?
Applications close: Monday, 15 February 2027.
- Seeking expressions of interest for current and future opportunities.
If you are placed in this talent pool you may be offered a position within the relevant time period, however your appointment to a position is not guaranteed.
- Occupational group
- Health - Midwifery
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Registered Midwife employer: North West Hospital and Health Service
At North West Hospital and Health Service, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that values professionalism, leadership, and resilience. As a Data Integrity and Performance Officer in the vibrant city of Mount Isa, you'll benefit from generous leave entitlements, salary sacrificing options, and extensive career development opportunities, including in-house training and mentoring programs. Join us to make a meaningful impact in a community-focused environment while enjoying the unique lifestyle and cultural richness of North Western Queensland.
Contact Details:
North West Hospital and Health Service Recruitment Team
