About the role
You will deliver advanced, evidence-based care across the full maternity journey, antenatal, intrapartum, and postnatal, within a continuity of care model.
Based in Mount Isa, you'll travel regularly to Doomadgee and Mornington Island, working in partnership with predominantly First Nations women and their families to achieve strong maternal and newborn outcomes.
This is a unique opportunity to combine clinical excellence, cultural capability, and leadership in a rewarding and impactful setting.
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
The position involves travel to Mornington Island and/or Doomadgee communities, and may include travel to other facilities or units within the North West Hospital and Health Service on occasion.
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!
MOUNT ISA: A unique and progressive city nestled among the splendour of the Selwyn Ranges.
DOOMADGEE: Aboriginal-governed township (a.1400 people) alongside the Nicholson River in Outback QLD.
MORNINGTON ISLAND (GUNUNA) is located north of Mt Isa in the Gulf of Carpentaria, 28km from the mainland. It achieved self-governance in 1978.
Interested?
Download the Role Description for further information and application / interview preparation.
Contact: Andrea Mitchell on 0417 834 292.
Applications close: Monday, 27 July 2026.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.
