Midwifery Unit Manager - Birth Suite - Incentives Offered
Step into leadership as our newest Midwifery Unit Manager of Birth Suite at Tamworth Hospital!
Employment Type
:TemporaryPart Time until July ****
Position Classification
:Midwifery Unit Manager Level 1
Remuneration
:$***** per hour + 12% super + salary packaging + incentives
Hours Per Week
:16
Your new role:
Are you a passionate midwife looking to step up into leadership? Tamworth Hospital's Birth Suite wants to welcome you in a role that suits you, your career goals and your lifestyle. As our newest Midwifery Unit Manager (MUM) in Birth Suite, you will enjoy a blend of clinical and administrative tasks - on any given day, you will be responsible for running handover and huddle meetings, workforce planning and rostering, organising inductions, acute and planned presentations and managing the day to day activity in the birth suite. If you're keen to make the move into midwifery management without losing your clinical skills, then we want to hear from you!
You won't be working alone - you will be supported by the Midwifery Manager, Deputy Director of Nursing & Midwifery (DDONM) and Director of Nursing & Midwifery (DONM), as well as your fellow Registered Midwives (RM's).This is a team that truly values "growing their own", meaning professional growth and development opportunities aren't only encouraged, but championed.
Together, we can continue providing protected, empowering birth experiences right here in our community. Your support ensures local women have the care they deserve close to home.
Why Tamworth
Tamworth Hospital is the principal referral hospital for the northern sector of Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD), servicing a population of over 180,000 people. Our Maternity Unit cares for approximately 1,200 births annually and provides comprehensive services, including a 20-bed antenatal and postnatal unit, four birthing suites, two assessment rooms, and a seven-day Home Midwifery Service. You'll have access to our Midwifery Simulation Centre where we offer continued training, development and pathways and have the opportunity to attend educational days.
Located in the vibrant regional centre of Tamworth,



the hospital is a teaching facility affiliated with the University of Newcastle and offers opportunities to work alongside clinicians involved in research, education, and innovation. Tamworth combines the advantages of rural living with access to quality schools, cultural events, sporting facilities, and transport connections.
You'll be part of a highly skilled, multi-disciplinary team where further education and skill development are strongly supported. Our management team fosters a collaborative and inclusive work environment, and we are committed to helping you advance your career. Scholarships are also available through Rural Exchange funding.
What we offer:
You may qualify for a$20,000 sign-on bonusif you have moved (evidence required) fromMM1-2 (metro) location, interstate or internationally to work in our district. If you do not meet this criteria, attraction incentivesof up to $10,000may apply.Retention incentives of up to$10,000after 12 months of service may also apply.For eligibility criteria and more information:Midwifery sign-on bonus.
Up to 3 months accommodation assistance(rent reimbursement or commercial accommodation payments)
The Welcome Experience to help you settle into your new community
Suggest your hours and availability to maximise work-life balance!–we have full and part time opportunities available, tell us what works for you!
Professional development opportunities and career progressionwithin a Level 4 Maternity Service,including access to the Torie Finnane Foundation Scholarships, to help you work to your full scope of practice (venepuncture, perineal repair, ultrasound, and midwifery-initiated pathways)
Access to education and trainingwith our Maternity Simulation Centre, including ultrasound training and the latest technology
Monthly Allocated Days Off(for full-time employees)
Salary packaging options- up to $11,600 plus novated leasing




Fitness Passportfor health and well-being -up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
Employee Assistance Program(EAP) for you and your family
Paid parental leave(for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance
Additional Information:
*Based on a minimum 18-month commitment to the position or the agreed duration of your contract. All payments to part-time and contract employees will be made on a pro-rata basis in accordance with the terms of your contract, including any approved extensions. If your contract ends before the agreed completion date, you may be required to repay a portion of the incentive. To check your eligibility, visit the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme. For further information or to discuss your circumstances, please contact ******.
An eligibility list will be created for future permanent or temporary full-time and permanent and temporary part-time vacancies.
This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD****_022: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply.Please contact****** for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.
Salary Packaging:is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by ****** .
Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range ofbenefitssuch as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.
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