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- Mums and bubs and their families can get extra health care and support through the Jaghu Maternal and Infant Program. Our team includes midwifes, child health nurses, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Workers, and social and emotional wellbeing officers.

- It is a genuine occupational requirement under section 25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 the applications are Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.

Job details Position status Permanent
Position type Flexible full-time
Occupational group Health - Midwifery
Classification Nurse Grade 5
Workplace Location Brisbane - West,Ipswich region
Job ad reference QLD/WM689533_08
Closing date 19-Aug-2026
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Salary Other
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Contact person Nicole Moller
Contact details 0457 669 505
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About West Moreton Health

West Moreton Health is one of Queensland's most diverse and rapidly evolving health services, delivering health care to over 300,000 people across Ipswich, Boonah, Gatton, Laidley, and Esk.

We provide preventative and primary healthcare services, ambulatory services, acute care, sub-acute care, oral health, mental health and other specialised services, including prison and youth detention health services, and alcohol and other drugs services to the region.

At West Moreton Health, our employees apply our shared to every aspect of their work. This helps make sure our workplaces are effective, inclusive and empower our employees to reach our goals.

As a Child Safe Organisation, at West Moreton Health:

- We prioritise children and young people being seen, heard, and safe in every interaction.
- We create inclusive environments where the voices and needs of children and young people are valued and respected.
- We believe safeguarding is shared responsibility, upheld by every member of our organisation.

Come and join a connected team of over 6,000 professionals delivering compassionate, community-based care across the West Moreton region.

About the role

The Registered Midwife – Midwifery Group Practice (Identified) for Jaghu Maternal and Infant Program will work in collaboration with the Jaghu team – Midwife, Aboriginal Health Worker, Child Health Nurse, Social Worker; and other Jaghu staff to provide midwifery care to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women.

Caseload midwives provide all antenatal,



intrapartum and postnatal care by conducting appointments either at the woman's home, community clinics or hospital within a defined geographic boundary for a defined group of women.

About you

Our ideal candidate will be someone who can demonstrate the following:

- Demonstrated competence in midwifery practice in accordance with relevant standards with at least 1-year post midwifery registration experience.
- Experience in problem solving, negotiation and conflict management.
- Consistently and enthusiastically delivers high levels of patient service to exceed patients' expectations.
- Supports and respects team members, communicating effectively and demonstrating a commitment to the team.
- Demonstrates strong self-management skills, a commitment to nursing/midwifery and flexibility to adapt to unexpected changes.
- Knowledge of and a demonstrated commitment to quality processes and evidence-based practices, identifying areas for improvement and contributing to these improvements.
- Demonstrates honesty, integrity and respect for all patients, carers and staff.

Mandatory Requirements:

- Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) with a current annual practicing certificate is mandatory.
- Vaccinated against, and remain vaccinated against, certain vaccine preventable diseases (VPD) as outlined in the

Why choose us

- Professional development including mentorship, paid study leave, simulation training and research opportunities.
- Career pathways with support to step into senior roles and leadership.
- Wellbeing supports including peer networks, flexible work options, EAP and dedicated mental health programs.
- Competitive advantages including salary packaging and up to 12.75% super

To apply

For further information regarding this role, please download and read the attached Role Description, and Information Packages. You will need to submit your Cover Letter, CV or Resume, including the names and contact details of two referees and a short response (maximum 1-2 pages)



on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities are relevant to the role.

Applications to remain current for a period of 12 months and may be used to fill a similar vacancy.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for all West Moreton Health vacancies.

Further information

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

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