Shape the future of culturally safe maternity care across Cooktown and Cape York!
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Assistant Director of Midwifery - Birthing in Our Community | Cairns

Temporary Full-Time up to 30 June 2027 (with the possibility of extension)

Ready for a meaningful role that starts with a yarn? Abby Conry, 0427 645 *** would love to hear your story and answer any questions you may have about the role.

About the role

As Assistant Director of Midwifery, you will lead a maternity project focused on improving maternity care across Cooktown and surrounding communities.

Working collaboratively with consumers, First Nations communities, health professionals and key stakeholders, you will develop evidence-based recommendations and implementation plans.

You will help shape a contemporary, culturally secure maternity service through Birthing on Country and First Nations Midwifery Models of Care.

Why Torres and Cape HHS?

As a Nursing professional working in Torres and Cape HHS, your contribution in helping treat, rehabilitate and improve the lives of patients is huge!





You'll work in diverse and supportive environments that offer attractive lifestyle opportunities and experiences and enable you to make a valuable contribution in small communities. These communities will help you grow, connect, learn and create life-defining experiences that will shape who you are as a health professional and a person.

Salary and Benefits

- Base salary comprising between $6,336.70 - $6,643.60 per fortnight
- Employer superannuation contribution of 12.75%
- 17.5% loading on annual leave
- Professional Development: Our training is recognised as some of the best in the world

More information: Workplace benefits | Torres and Cape Hospital and Health Service | Salary and benefits | Careers (health.qld.gov.au)

Explore more about the region: Torres and Cape HHS| Torres Strait | Cooktown and Cape York (via Tropical North Queensland website)

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Torres and Cape HHS Values - Courage | Accountability | Respect | Engage

How do I apply? Applications should be submitted ONLINE via the Smart Jobs and Careers website.

Please no unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies.

📌 Assistant Director of Midwifery - Birthing in Our Community (Cairns)
🏢 Queensland Health
📍 Cairns