At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide woman-centred care in a modern maternity unit, supporting diverse families.
- Company: Join the Western NSW Local Health District, committed to healthier rural communities.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, sign-on bonuses, flexible hours, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Enjoy country living in Parkes with community support for relocation.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on women's lives and shape the future of rural health.
- Qualifications: Must be a registered midwife with experience in maternity care.
The predicted salary is between 57.88 - 57.88 $ per hour.
Western NSW Local Health District – Parkes NSW
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time (Job share may be considered)
Position Classification: Registered Midwife
Remuneration: $41.23- $57.88 per hr (+ superannuation + salary packaging options) + NSW Health – Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme (conditions apply)
Location: Parkes, NSW
Hours Per Week: 20
Applications Close: 9 November 2026 – 11:59pm
About the role
You will be an integral part of the multidisciplinary maternity team providing woman centred care that is focused on individual needs, expectations and aspirations to achieve optimal pregnancy outcomes for the woman and her family. With a modern, state of the art Maternity Units, Western NSW Local Health District are seeking experienced midwives to enhance their growing team.
Our single aim is to provide a service to build healthier rural people and thriving communities, and our midwives play a crucial role in achieving this goal. You’ll have the opportunity to work with a broad range of people across varied socioeconomic backgrounds and diverse ethnicities and experience a range of models of care. You will work in a modern facility supporting women and their pregnancies, where you can really make a difference to their lives.
Parkes has a population of approx. 10,000 and is 100kms from Orange and 115kms from Dubbo. Parkes offers country living in a friendly town with all the services and amenities you need. This truly is a role where you will broaden your scope, develop new skills and supercharge your career. Challenge yourself. Make an impact. Shape the future. Join us at Western NSW Local Health District.
Working hours include one weekend each month and flexible work practices. A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health.
To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website.
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.
Rural Health Workforce Incentives Scheme
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 or allowances of up to $10,000 may apply. Retention incentives of up to $10,000 after 12 months of service may apply. Incentives for part time employment are paid at a pro-rata rate.
Role-related enquiries: Please contact Nicole White on 0407 587 *** or at *************@health.nsw.gov.au for more information.
Additional information for applicants:
- All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position.
- This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26.
- Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible people.
- This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future.
- 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).
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.
To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards.
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Contact Details:
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