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Whether you love Antenatal, Postnatal, Birthing Suite—or prefer to rotate across all—we'll tailor a role that suits your passion, skills, and lifestyle. Tell us what you want
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, Permanent Part Time, Temporary Full Time, Temporary Part Time, Casual
Position Classification: Registered Midwife
Remuneration: $36.39 - $51.09 Per Hour + 11.5% Super + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: Up to 38
Requisition ID: REQ525113
The Role
Are you a dedicated and skilled midwife looking for a fulfilling career in a supportive, collaborative, and dynamic environment?
Affectionately known as "The Mothership", John Hunter Hospital is the centralised point for a wide range of maternity and birthing services. It is the leading health facility in Newcastle and supports all levels of complex midwifery and birthing services. You will also enjoy a brand new, state of the art maternity ward and facilities due to the John Hunter Health & Innovation Precinct project. If you want to grow your career into a specialisation, look no further than John Hunter Hospital – you will be given exposure to any and all areas of midwifery of your choice; including antenatal care, labour, birthing suite and postnatal care. No other facility in our district is able to provide complex midwifery services, so if you enjoy a challenge then John Hunter Hospital is the place to go
You won't be working alone. You'll be supported by a large multidisciplinary team that is committed to delivering holistic, woman-centred care to our patients in what can often be an exciting but nerve-wracking time for them. We encourage our midwifery team to pursue development pathways that allow you to work towards specialties that align with your career goals and interests, and new registered midwives would be encouraged to do the same.
Make a meaningful impact on the lives of women, newborns, and families while growing your career in an inspiring and supportive environment. If this sounds like the opportunity you've been searching for, we'd love to hear from you
Where You'll Be Working
The city of Newcastle offers the perfect blend of coastal beauty and vibrant urban life. With stunning beaches just a stone's throw away, you can enjoy the surf and breathtaking coastal walks. Newcastle has a laid-back feel that makes it easy to feel at home, while still offering all the amenities of a big city. Whether you're exploring the stunning coastline or enjoying a coffee in one of the trendy cafes, Newcastle offers a unique and welcoming lifestyle.
Benefits
* Gain diverse experience by rotating through various areas of maternity services or specialise in a certain one
* Enjoy a balanced work-life routine with a 7-day roster offering a variety of shifts, including the option for 12-hour shifts in selected areas.
* A supportive environment with 24/7 access to clinical leads ensures continuous support for midwives in all aspects of maternity services.
* 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees).
* Salary packaging options.
* Fitness Passport.
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members.
Requirements
* Current registration as a Registered Midwife with AHPRA.
This Position Is For You If
* You enjoy learning and are looking to gain experience in complex midwifery and birthing cases.
* You are positive, friendly, enthusiastic, eager to learn, and can work as part of a team.
* You are passionate about women-centred care and thrive on making a positive difference to women, their families, and babies throughout the pregnancy journey.
* You respond appropriately and effectively to challenging situations and show a commitment to support colleagues and patients.
Need more information?
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Contact
For role-related queries or questions contact Wendy Tsang on 02 4921 4729 or via email at
Additional Information
Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD) is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health's commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritize the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
This role is open to overseas candidates with AHPRA and ANMAC assessment for ANZSCO code 254111 Midwife. An eligibility list will be created for future vacancies. The minimum hours per week for part-time staff is 16 hours. Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description. For assistance with addressing selection criteria, visit:
This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015 regarding vaccination against infectious diseases. All new employees must agree to comply with this policy.
Salary Packaging options are available and may increase your take-home pay. Contact or call 1300 40 25 23 for more information.
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