Are you an experienced Midwife looking for a rewarding contract opportunity in one of Australia's most unique and culturally rich locations? We are seeking dedicated and adaptable Midwives to join a supportive multidisciplinary team in Thursday Island, Queensland.
This is an exciting chance to broaden your clinical experience while providing vital maternity services to remote and regional communities across the Torres Strait. You'll play a key role in delivering high-quality, care within a diverse healthcare setting while enjoying the lifestyle and adventure that comes with living in Far North Queensland.
What's on Offer?
- Competitive agency rates
- Travel to and from the contract supported
- Accommodation provided
- Flexible contract lengths available
- Supportive and experienced multidisciplinary team
- Unique opportunity to work in a culturally diverse healthcare environment
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver comprehensive antenatal, intrapartum and postnatal care.
- Conduct maternal and newborn assessments.
- Provide education and support to women and their families throughout pregnancy, birth and the postnatal period.
- Monitor and respond appropriately to changes in maternal and neonatal conditions.
- Collaborate with obstetric, paediatric, nursing and allied health teams to ensure best patient outcomes.
- Support emergency presentations and participate in obstetric emergencies when required.
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
- Promote culturally secure and respectful care for First Nations women and families.
- Adhere to all clinical governance, infection control and patient safety requirements.
Essential Criteria
- Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Midwife.
- Minimum 2 years' postgraduate midwifery experience.
- Recent experience across antenatal, birth suite and postnatal care.
- Neonatal resuscitation competency.
- FSEP (or equivalent maternity emergency training) highly regarded.
- Current ALS certification.
- Ability to work independently and confidently in a remote healthcare setting.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Desirable Experience
- Remote, rural or regional healthcare experience.
- Experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
- Triage and emergency department exposure.
- Dual registration as a Registered Nurse and Registered Midwife.
About You
You are a confident and compassionate Midwife who thrives in diverse clinical environments. You enjoy building strong relationships with patients and colleagues and are passionate about delivering exceptional maternity care. Your adaptability, cultural awareness and commitment to high-quality patient outcomes will allow you to succeed in this rewarding contract role.
Apply Now
If you're ready for your next adventure and looking to combine meaningful work with an incredible lifestyle opportunity, I would love to hear from you.
Contact Niamh Grant on 0438 874 751
[email protected]
📌 Experienced Midwives (Queensland)
🏢 Medacs Healthcare
📍 Queensland