Registered Midwife - Post Natal - Perm FT/PT

Registered Midwife - Post Natal - Perm/Temp FT/PT

South Western Sydney Local Health District

REQ697476

Requisition ID: REQ697476

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time or Part Time, 16-38 hours per week. Temporary roles are available to visa holders, with contracts issued in accordance with visa conditions. Visa holders will be considered where no suitable Australian citizen or permanent resident is identified.

Temporary visa holders are welcome to apply! We offer roles with contract periods aligned to your current visa length.

Remuneration: $41.22 - $57.88 per hour+ 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging

Location: Liverpool Hospital - CC1A Postnatal

With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we're enriching health, and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.

Achieve Something Great

We are seeking a compassionate and motivated Registered Midwife to join our busy postnatal ward. At Liverpool Hospital, you’ll play a vital role in providing exceptional care to families during one of life’s most important moments. With flexible shift options, a supportive team culture, and access to advanced training programs, this is your opportunity to grow your career in a collaborative and rewarding environment.

• Provide safe, evidence-based midwifery care to women and newborns following birth
• Support mothers with breastfeeding, newborn care and provide postnatal education
• Recognise and respond appropriately to changes in maternal and neonatal wellbeing
• Work collaboratively with midwives, medical staff, lactation consultant and the wider multidisciplinary team
• Promote a positive, respectful and family centred experience for every woman and her family
  

Are You the Right Fit?

You are a compassionate and dedicated Registered Midwife who is passionate about supporting women, babies and families during the postnatal period. You thrive in a busy ward environment, value teamwork, and are committed to delivering exceptional family-centred care.

• A genuine passion for postnatal care and supporting positive outcomes for women, babies and their families.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with women, families and multidisciplinary teams.
• A collaborative team player who contributes positively to a supportive and respectful workplace culture.
• Committed to delivering safe, compassionate and culturally respectful care that meets the individual needs of every family.
• Confident working in a busy ward environment, with the ability to prioritise, adapt and maintain high standards of care in a dynamic clinical setting.

If you're looking for a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference during one of the most important stages of a family's journey, we'd love to hear from you.

Selection Criteria

• Do you have current Authority to Practice as a Registered Midwife with Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA)? Please attach a copy of your AHPRA registration in your application
• Please describe your experience providing care to women and newborns in a hospital setting. How have you assessed, planned and delivered safe care to support safe discharge and positive health outcomes?

Describe a situation where you identified a deterioration, safeguarding concern or complex care needs in a mother or newborn. What actions did you take and what was the outcome.

If you’d like more details, we’re here to help.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact SWSLHD-EmploymentHub@health.nsw.gov.au

We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.

More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?

• Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)
• One extra day off each month for full-time employees
• Work-Life Balance
• Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)
• Paid maternity and parental leave
• Generous leave options like long service and carers leave
• Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)
• Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance
• South Western Sydney Local Health District 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 implementingthe Child Safe Standards .We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

Temporary Positions

For fixed-term or temporary contracts, there may be opportunities for ongoing permanent employment, subject to policy and organisational requirements.

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