Queensland Health's new Rural and Remote Connect nursing and midwifery agency are seeking passionate midwives like you!

We offer enhanced and competitive pay along with all the benefits of Queensland Government employment.

This is a unique opportunity for both professional growth and personal enrichment, allowing you to work closely with diverse communities and gaining invaluable cultural insights and immersion.

Job details

Rural and Remote Connect proudly stands as the sole Queensland Health nursing/midwifery agency filling critical staffing gaps across Queensland and the Torres Strait's remote locations.

We are on the lookout for experienced midwives with competency in neonatal resuscitation, Obstetric Emergency Training and Foetal Surveillance Education and Training to support those in remote facilities requiring a dedicated midwife. 

You need to have Australian working rights to join our highly experienced and diverse team.

Placements can range from 2 weeks up to 3 months at a time, in locations that many can only dream of visiting.

Enjoy great rates, generous employer contributions to your superannuation, free accommodation, paid travel, and education opportunities.

Our dedicated nursing/midwifery and administrative team are here to support you every step of the way.

What's on offer:

• Various contracts from 2 weeks up to 3 months in rural and remote locations throughout Queensland
• Generous QH Casual rates plus a Rural and Remote Connect incentive:
  • $59.26 to $76.03 p.h. (Midwifery Grade 5)
• 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
• Travel and accommodation will be provided

Requirements:

• Proof of qualification, registration with AHPRA and a current practising certificate are mandatory requirements.
• Current working rights within Australia.
• Minimum of 2 years' post-graduate experience.
• Competency in neonatal resuscitation, Obstetric Emergency Training and Foetal Surveillance Education and Training.
• This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role. Hepatitis A/B, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis, Tuberculosis and Japanese Encephalitis.
• Probation period may apply.
• Pre-employment checks will be conducted; including NDIS worker screening.

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

With challenge comes opportunity; utilise your resilience and join the rewarding and interesting profession of relief midwifery providing exceptional, accessible healthcare and support to our community, your community.

Help us shape the future of healthcare while enjoying a fulfilling work-life balance.

Apply now and be part of something extraordinary!

Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact the Rural and Remote Connect, Nursing and Midwifery Staffing Service office on (07) 4433 5476 or email RuralRemoteConnect@health.qld.gov.au.

Apply ONLINE: https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-RRC642731

Applications will be reviewed regularly and appointments made as successful candidates are identified.

Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Please download the relevant Role Description from the `Documents’ section below for application/interview preparation and future reference.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• NG5 Registered Midwife (RRC NMSS) 32147653 (Word, 231KB)
  Role Description