Employment Type: Permanent Full Time / Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Registered Midwife
Remuneration: $72, $101,299.48 pa ; $ $51.09 per hr (+ superannuation + salary packaging options) + NSW Health – Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme (conditions apply)
Location: Dubbo, NSW – Find out more
Hours Per Week: up to 38
Applications Close: 19 Oct 2025 – 11:59pm
Registered Midwife
Dubbo Health Service
About the role
Are you looking for a change? You never know - regional New South Wales might be the place for you.
Dubbo Health Service is a Level 5 maternity service with a Level 4 neonatal care nursery, caring for babies from as early as 32 weeks' gestation. Our catchment stretches as far west as Broken Hill and north to the Queensland border, serving a large and diverse population.
Each year, we deliver 1,200 - 1,300 babies, and only half of these families live within 50 km of Dubbo. That means variety is guaranteed. From low-risk and no-risk clients to complex, high-risk pregnancies, our team sees it all. One moment you may be delivering a premature baby, the next you could be supporting a patient with hypertension and rapidly changing blood pressures.
Around 85% of antenatal care is provided through the public hospital system, with models of care including midwife-led, MAPP program, high-risk antenatal clinics, and private obstetrician care.
We are a strong team of 75+ staff, working across full-time and part-time roles, including Midwifery Educators, Midwifery Consultants, Clinical Midwifery Specialists, and supportive Managers - you'll be well supported in your practice.
In Dubbo, the commute is stress-free - most of us travel less than 15 minutes to work, giving us more time doing the things we love, all while building a rewarding and meaningful career.
Dubbo Health Service gives you the opportunity to use the full scope of your midwifery skills. Whether you're a newly registered midwife or have years of experience, there's a place for you here. Some days you'll use every skill you have; on others, you'll be honing specific parts of your practice - no two days are ever the same.
We're also a teaching and training hub with a wide network of support. Our team includes Clinical Nurse Specialists, Midwifery Educators, Midwifery Managers, and an experienced Obstetrics Team -including registrars on the RANZCOG training program - all working together to deliver evidence-based care.
We support the next generation of health professionals through:
* Direct-entry Midwifery Students completing their clinical placements with us
* Newly Registered Midwives who are mentored and supported as they transition into practice
* A postgraduate midwifery training program, with six to nine students at any one time
* Undergraduate Medical Students from the University of Sydney's School of Rural Health training alongside us
Behind the scenes, our work is made possible by a dedicated Administration and Clerical Team, keeping everything running smoothly.
If you value variety, teamwork, and the chance to make a real impact in maternity care - Dubbo has it all.
To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description
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.
To apply for this role:
* Click 'Apply'
* Create a profile in the Recruitment & Onboarding (ROB) System or sign in using your existing login
* Upload your current resume
* Answer the selection criteria
Role-related enquiries: Please contact Sally Jenkins, Midwifery Unit Manager on or at 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 persons.
* 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). 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. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government - Office of Children's Guardian
* 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
* For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD
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. For eligibility criteria and more information: Midwifery sign-on bonus.
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