At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide exceptional midwifery care in a supportive and vibrant team environment.
- Company: Join Western NSW Local Health District, dedicated to quality rural health services.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, incentives up to $10k, and support for relocation.
- Other info: Enjoy a dynamic workplace with opportunities for professional growth and community connection.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on women's and infants' health in a thriving community.
- Qualifications: Registered Midwife with a passion for quality care and teamwork.
The predicted salary is between 81748 - 114772 $ per year.
Employment Type: Temporary Full time & Part Time (up to 31 Oct 2027)
Position Classification: Registered Midwife
Remuneration: $81,748.17 - $114,771.98 pa; $41.23 - $57.88 (+ superannuation + salary packaging options) + NSW Health – Western NSW LHD Incentives (conditions apply and may be pro-rata'd to your contracted or ordinary working hours).
Location: Orange, NSW
Hours Per Week: up to 38
Applications Close: 20 Oct 2026 – 11:59pm
About the role:
An exciting opportunity has become available in the outstanding Level 4 Maternity service in Orange Health Service, birthing 1100 babies a year. Orange Women’s and Infants Unit offers a broad range of maternity services including antenatal care, GP shared care, private Obstetrics, Midwifery Group Practice, and Community Midwifery Program. Childbirth education classes are offered as well as having a high-risk obstetric clinic and visiting foetal maternal specialist for complex pregnancies. The service is a referral site from our maternity services in Parkes, Forbes, Cowra and Condobolin.
You will be part of a high functioning, low turnover, young, vibrant and collegial team who are very supportive of each other. With a focus on service quality, and well recognised by senior management, this unit receives consistently good results from accreditation.
Your role will be well supported by a Clinical Midwife Specialist Team Leader, and with close support from our district’s Clinical Midwife Educator and Clinical Midwife Consultants.
We are looking for a caring and skilled midwife who thrives on variety and delivering a quality service. In line with our core values, you will be open, transparent, and able to ask for assistance when you need it.
Helping you move to Western NSW:
The Welcome Experience is a free NSW Government service supporting workers (and their families) who have accepted a job with Western NSW LHD in most locations. The service helps with housing, schooling, partner work and community connections.
A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health.
Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant’s needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.
Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse.
Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.
Registered Midwife employer: Nsw-Healt
Nsw-Healt offers a supportive work environment where employees can contribute to the health and well-being of their communities. The organization values teamwork and provides opportunities for professional development across various roles in healthcare. Employees benefit from competitive remuneration packages and a commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace.
