The closing date to
submit applications to this vacancy has been
extended.
Discover the
rewarding opportunities of nursing in country Western
Australia! Enjoy a fulfilling career with competitive salaries,
professional growth, and a supportive community. Experience the
unique beauty of the outback, pristine beaches, and vibrant local
culture. Make a real difference in the lives of diverse populations
while enjoying a balanced lifestyle. Join us and be part of a
dedicated team committed to exceptional healthcare. Your adventure
awaits!
Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia - Qualification and
registration requirements
(nursingmidwiferyboard.gov.au)
The new Midwifery Annualised Salary Agreement (MASA) agreement
for Caseload Midwifery commenced 30 June 2025 and attracts a 40%
annualization loading for caseload midwives - the equal highest
rate in Australia. Please see attached the WA MASA and
FAQ’s.
For all Endorsed midwives:
- Relevant qualification allowance (3-5%)
- Annual Endorsed Midwife allowance ($867)
The salary range would be reflective of the below;
- Registered Midwife (Level RN1) $132,150 - $154,613
- Clinical Midwife (RN Level 2) $156,727 - $167,738
How to
Apply: Applicants are requested to apply online http://www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au/
Please provide the following
information/documents as part of your application:
- A
detailed CV that clearly shows your experience
relevant to this role.
- A
100-word statement detailing why you want to work in
country Western Australia and if you have a
preferred site you want to work at.
- The
names and contact details of two (2) professional referees -
preferable for one to be your current/recent supervisor or
manager.
Important
information to note:
- The
panel will monitor this recruitment pool for applications and
will assess on a regular basis.
- Interviews may not be
conducted as part of the process however applicants may be
contacted to request additional information.
- Suitable
applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may
be made when similar vacancies occur. Being successful to the
pool does not guarantee to you job
offers.
- Appointments may be made
from this pool until 31/12/2026.
What we
offer: In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy
an amazing range of benefits:
- Location
specific benefits including location allowance, annual travel
allowance and an additional week annual leave.
- Generous
Salary Packaging Benefits.
- Professional Development
opportunities.
- Continuous learning
opportunities.
- 12%
Superannuation Guarantee.
- WACHS
supports flexible working practices and consideration will be
given to flexible work/roster options, where operationally
appropriate.
- Visa
application support for International/Visa
candidates.
- As a WA
Country Health Service employee, you’re entitled to
discounts across some private health care funds. Please see
attached flyer for further details.
Position
Profile:
Midwife:
The primary responsibility of the Midwife is to deliver
comprehensive, evidence-based midwifery care for clients within the
scope of practice of a Midwife. To provide clinical supervision for
Newly Qualified Midwives and students, dependant on level of
experience.
Midwife –
Caseload: To provide competent, holistic, evidence-based
midwifery care within the scope of a Midwife, within a caseload
model of care (known as Midwife Group Practice). Provides
continuity of midwifery care throughout the continuum of pregnancy,
labour, birth, and the postnatal period.
The occupant of this
position is required to demonstrate a positive commitment to
modelling our organisational values, safety and quality improvement
and the Code of Conduct in all aspects of their employment.
Compliance with all relevant policies, procedures, standards and
legislation including Confidentiality and Work Health and Safety
policies is mandatory.
Area
Profile: The WA Country Health Service has a strong
network of public hospitals, health services and nursing posts
located across rural and remote Western Australia. Our core
business is the provision of quality, accessible health services to
people from large regional centres to those in small remote
communities.
Regional Nursing and
Midwifery teams are committed to the care of our patients and the
improvement of the health of our community, acknowledging the
challenges that remoteness and isolation bring. The nurses
across our regions are focused on the provision of excellence in
person and family centered care and are proud of the contribution
they make every day to patient experiences, collaborative
partnerships with the multi-disciplinary teams and the functioning
of our hospitals and services. As practitioners, we value our
workforce and are committed to creating opportunities for
continuous learning, mentorship, skills specialisation, and career
progression.
Our Directorate actively
supports and encourages diversity and inclusion across all
occupational groups through the development and implementation of
initiatives aimed at accessing and improving employment and
mentoring opportunities for all people. Our strategies are located
at www.wacountry.health.wa.gov.au
Want to know more
about this role: We encourage you to contact Wendy Milne
on 0499 943 595.
Eligibility to
Apply: To be eligible for appointment, applicants must
have a valid working visa (for fixed term appointments) or be an
Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and
work indefinitely in Australia (for permanent
appointments).
Selection
Criteria: Please see the attached Job Description
Form.
If you experience
difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee
Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business
hours.
Other
Conditions: WA Health engages staff in positions of
trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to
undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part
of the appointment process. Referees may also be asked to comment
on an applicant’s integrity and past demonstration of ethical
behaviour.
Please note this recruitment
process requires completion of satisfactory Pre-Employment Health
Assessment (PEHA). Any offer of employment with WA Country
Health Service (WACHS) is conditional on satisfactory PEHA to
ensure you are able to perform the inherent requirements of the
position. An unsatisfactory PEHA will result in the offer of
employment being withdrawn. Please see the attached WACHS
PEHA Policy for further information.
This vacancy is subject to a
Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check. For further
information please refer to the WWC website at: https://workingwithchildren.wa.gov.au
We are committed to
fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce where every employee
feels valued and empowered. We believe that a diverse team brings
unique perspectives and drives innovation to meet our
community’s needs. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds
and experiences to join us in shaping a more equitable future and
as a measure to achieve equality, under sections 51, 66R and 66ZP
of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984, encourage applications from
people living with a disability, Aboriginal people, people from
culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, women, and youth
(24 years of age and under).
WA Health is committed to
eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of
our service. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage
applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander
peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people
with disabilities.
WA Health supports flexible
working practices within the context of a quality health
service. WA Health is committed to a smoke free environment across
all buildings, grounds, and vehicles.
Lodgement is system
generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be
accepted.
LATE OR EMAIL
APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED
