Employment Type: Temporary Part Time 22.6.26 - 16.4.27 (Opportunity for ongoing)
Position Classification: Registered Midwife
Remuneration: $40.02 - $56.19 ph.
Hours Per Week: 32
Requisition ID: REQ667529
Applications Close: 18 June 2026
Employment with Mid North Coast LHD requires candidates to hold a valid authority to work in Australia (Aust Work Rights Visa).
Why Join Us
Join our dedicated team and experience the rewards of true woman-centred care in one of Australia’s beautiful coastal regions!
You will provide continuity of care across the full maternity journey, working to your full scope of practice, and enjoying professional autonomy & flexibility in the both the hospital and outpatient community setting.
Our supportive team have a structured rolling roster, all working part-time with a buddy, as known midwives for a shared caseload, in collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams, MAPS and Core Maternity Midwives.
What you'll be doing
This position works within a high quality Midwifery Continuity of Care Maternity Service at Port Macquarie Base Hospital (PMBH) in the Caseload Midwifery Group Practice (MGP).
Applicants will provide care to an annual caseload of 35 and up to 37 women per year.
Applicants must be prepared to work within a team of MGP Midwives, under flexible work hours and as part of an on call roster.
Applicants will work closely alongside the Midwifery Antenatal and Postnatal Service (MAPS) and Continuity Base Team (CBT) allowing the three teams to achieve a ‘whole of service’ integration of Midwifery Continuity of Care at PMBH.
About You
You present yourself as a midwife whose professional identity is grounded in capability, accountability and a clear commitment to women‑centred care. You hold current authority to practise as a Registered Midwife with AHPRA, and you operate confidently within the full scope of midwifery practice. Your clinical proficiency spans antenatal assessment, labour and birth support, postnatal care, lactation guidance and infant feeding, all aligned with the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Council’s National Competency Standards for the Midwife (201.
You approach your work with a strong dedication to Midwifery Continuity of Care, valuing the relationships, trust and improved outcomes that continuity models foster. Your time‑management skills allow you to balance the unpredictable rhythm of midwifery and you adapt easily to flexible hours within a Midwifery Group Practice environment.
Your organisational strengths are matched by your communication abilities, enabling you to navigate complex situations, resolve conflict thoughtfully and collaborate effectively with women, families and colleagues. You bring sound computer literacy and confident keyboard skills to your documentation and digital workflows, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
You exercise sound judgment, particularly in matters requiring confidentiality and sensitivity, recognising the deeply personal nature of maternity care. You are also prepared to use your own private vehicle for work‑related travel, maintaining appropriate insurance and a valid driver’s licence, with reimbursement aligned to NSW Health’s official travel policy.
Diversity and Inclusion lies at the heart of how we recruit.
Mid North Coast Local Health District is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects and understands the community we serve. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace culture where everyone feels respected, valued and that they belong. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from candidates of all cultures, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences.
We encourage you to reach out if you require any adjustments or assistance during the recruitment process to ensure you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Please refer below to contact our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Manager.
This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive for Category A positions prior to offer.
All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined under the General questions section at Occupational assessment screening and vaccination - FAQ
Salary will be accordance with NSW Health State Awards for the advertised classification/s. These awards are available at http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/careers/conditions/pages/default.aspx.
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A TALENT POOL MAY BE CREATED FOR FUTURE ROLES AND WILL REMAIN VALID FOR 18 MONTHS.
