Job Requisition ID: 8643
Legal Entity: Monash Health
Location:
Clayton, VIC, AU, 3168
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Employment Type: Part Time Fixed Term
Posting Date: 28 Jul 2026
Monash Health exists to reimagine care, so that people can live their best lives.
We provide safe and equitable care, for every stage of life, delivered with world-leading expertise and over 175 years of experience.
As a leading academic health service, we're committed to providing tomorrow's care today by integrating research, teaching and training into everyday practice.
Our team of 24,000 people are full hearted, open minded and all in. Together, we provide more than 250 integrated services for every stage of life at over 50 locations and in the community across south-east Melbourne, Victoria, serving 1.2 million residents in the South Metro Local Health Service Network.
Are you currently part of the team at Monash Health? Use your network login to access the Monash Health Careers portal and discover all the job opportunities open to you, to support growing your career within the organisation.
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Transition Seamlessly into Midwifery with Monash Women's
Start your midwifery career with one of Victoria's largest and most respected maternity services.
Whether you're looking for a paid employment pathway or a dedicated clinical fellowship, Monash Women's offers the support, education and clinical experience to help you become the midwife you aspire to be.
About the Role
Monash Women's offers two postgraduate midwifery pathways designed to support your clinical learning and professional development.
Postgraduate Midwifery Employment Program
Combine paid employment with your postgraduate studies as a Registered Nurse/Student Midwife.
In this program you will:
Be employed part-time (0.6 EFT) on a fixed-term contract for 18 months commencing March 2027
Work across a rotating roster, gaining experience across our maternity services and Monash Health sites.
Develop your clinical skills while providing care throughout pregnancy, labour, birth and the postnatal period, including caring for women and babies with complex health needs.
Receive dedicated supernumerary time at the commencement of the program.
Be supported throughout your learning by experienced Midwifery Educators and multidisciplinary teams.
Be eligible to apply for ongoing midwifery opportunities following successful completion of your studies and registration, subject to vacancies.
Clinical Postgraduate Midwifery Fellowship
Our Clinical Fellowship provides a flexible, wholly supernumerary (unpaid) pathway for students completing their postgraduate midwifery qualification.
The Fellowship includes:
Structured clinical placements that meet university requirements.
Exposure to the full scope of maternity care across pregnancy, birth and the postnatal journey.
Comprehensive orientation, clinical supervision and ongoing support from dedicated Midwifery Education teams.
Rotations across Monash Health maternity sites, providing diverse learning experiences.
Eligibility to apply for ongoing midwifery opportunities following successful completion of your studies and registration, subject to vacancies.
Whichever pathway you choose, you'll be supported by experienced clinicians committed to helping you develop into a confident and capable graduate midwife.
About Monash Women's
Monash Women's provides comprehensive maternity care across multiple sites, supporting more than 10,000 births each year. As part of Monash Health, you'll learn within one of Victoria's largest and most respected maternity services, recognised for excellence in women and newborn care, education, research and innovation.
As we deliver our Care Reimagined strategy, we're shaping the future of healthcare by embracing innovation, collaboration and continuous learning to provide exceptional care for every woman, baby and family. Our student midwives are an important part of that future, supported to learn, grow and contribute in a workplace where education and clinical excellence go hand in hand.
Our culture is guided by our values of All In, Full Hearted and Open Minded. We work together, lead with compassion and remain curious, creating an environment where everyone feels supported to thrive and deliver outstanding, woman-centred care.
About You
You're a Registered Nurse who is passionate about women's health and ready to take the next step towards a career in midwifery.
To be successful, you'll bring:
Current registration as a Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA).
A minimum of 12 months' acute nursing experience.
Completion of a Graduate Nurse Program (desirable).
Eligibility to enrol in the Graduate Diploma of Midwifery at Deakin University.
Excellent communication, organisation and time management skills.
A commitment to delivering safe, evidence-based, woman and family-centred care.
You are someone who:
Values teamwork and collaboration.
Demonstrates compassion, professionalism and accountability.
Is committed to continuous learning and delivering exceptional care.
Thrives in a supportive, fast-paced clinical environment.
In Return
At Monash Health, you'll be joining one of Australia's largest public health services, where you'll be supported to learn, grow and build a rewarding career.
We offer:
A structured and supportive transition into midwifery.
Dedicated education and clinical support throughout your program.
Opportunities to learn across one of Victoria's largest maternity services.
A collaborative workplace where kindness, inclusion and respect matter.
Career development and future employment opportunities within Monash Health, subject to successful completion of your studies and available vacancies.
Salary packaging (where applicable), discounted private health insurance, comprehensive wellbeing programs, annual flu vaccinations and a range of employee benefits.
The opportunity to work close to home across Melbourne's south-east.
If you're ready to begin your midwifery journey with an organisation committed to developing the next generation of exceptional midwives, we'd love to hear from you.
For a confidential discussion and to explore this opportunity further, please reach out to Stephanie Courtney - Clinical Midwifery Educator at
[email protected] or Lucy Johnston Recruitment Specialist on mobile 0436 626 130
Position Description can be found here
Position Description Attachment can be found here
Our Culture and Values
At Monash Health, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Our culture is inclusive, supportive and future-focused, underpinned by clear values and a commitment to continuous improvement.
Our teams play a critical role in bringing our new strategy to life, challenging traditional approaches, embracing innovation, and ensuring every appointment reflects our commitment to equity, transparency and excellence.
You’ll be encouraged to share ideas, contribute to improvement initiatives, and grow alongside experienced professionals who are passionate about what they do.
We are Full Hearted, Open Minded and All In, enabling excellent service delivery and a positive candidate and employee experience every time.
We recognise the value of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to patient safety, promoting fairness, equity and diversity in the workplace and to Child Safe Standards.
How to Apply
Applications are accepted via the Monash Health online EHub system. For information including how to apply and probity check requirements, please click here for the ‘Application Guide’
Applications will be screened upon receipt and selection activity may commence prior to the closing date.
Applications close: Friday 14th August 2026
