Clinical Midwife

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Work type: Permanent
Location: Mackay
Categories: Clinical Nursing/Midwifery

The Mater Hospital Mackay currently has an exciting opportunity for a Clinical Midwife to work within our Maternity Unit on a permanent part-time basis, with hours flexible and open to discussion.

As a Clinical Midwife, you will be responsible for practicing with advanced clinical competence in the provision of quality and cost-effective care in consultation with other members of the health care team. This includes providing support and direction to other staff while role modelling and promoting professional standards of practice and conduct.

Whilst displaying the highest level of clinical standards, you will be responsible for:

• Provide support to staff on best practices for managing pregnancy care and improving outcomes for women in both antenatal and postnatal stages
• Supporting the Nurse Unit Manager in implementing strategies to ensure that quality and risk management are integrated into service provision
• Provide clinical guidance, leadership and education to members of the clinical team to ensure consistent and collaborative implementation of improvement activities
• Liaise with obstetric teams to ensure coordinated, comprehensive care and manage complex cases in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams
• Actively contributing towards the Quality, Safety and Work, Health and Safety processes in the clinical area
• Achieving optimal patient outcomes throughout the patient journey and continuum of care
• Demonstrating advanced clinical expertise and knowledge of procedures and the management of patients seeking outstanding care
• Maintaining current knowledge and skills to ensure continued professional growth

To be successful in your application for this position it is essential that you have:

• Current Midwifery registration with AHPRA
• Post-graduate midwifery experience
• Advanced clinical competency and the ability to maintain the highest standards of midwifery practice
• Effective communication and clinical problem-solving skills to maximise patient care within the multidisciplinary team
• Commitment to the continuous improvement of health care and midwifery practice, and to continuing professional development of self and others
• An ability to work autonomously and function as a member of a diverse health service delivery team
• Willingness to commit to and role model the Mater values

Mater is Queensland's largest not-for-profit healthcare provider, delivering exceptional care to nearly 700,000 patients each year across 11 (soon to be 12) hospitals. We're leaders in healthcare, education, fundraising & philanthropy and research — and it's our people who make the difference.

We're looking for passionate individuals to join our team and help shape the future of care. At Mater, you'll be part of a purpose-driven organisation that values innovation, compassion, and excellence.

• Increase your take-home pay with generous salary packaging options, including meal and entertainment benefits
• Grow your career with access to industry-leading training and professional development through Mater Education
• Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care teams
• Access a range of health and wellbeing services with a corporate discount on private health insurance
• Exclusive discounts across dining, retail, travel, accommodation (just to name a few)
• Stay active with unlimited access to discounted gyms through the Fitness Passport program
• Convenient, discounted on-site parking
• Enjoy great food with reduced prices at our campus cafés and coffee spots
• Join Queensland's Largest and Most Innovative Not-for-Profit Healthcare Team

Be part of something bigger. Make your move with Mater. #MAKEYOURMATERMOVE

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Applications close on Wednesday 10 th September. Please note, we may contact applications prior to the closing date, please do not hesitate to APPLY NOW

Mater is committed to the wellbeing of their staff, and it is underpinned by our flexible and remote working policies.

Please Note: We will not require any support from Recruitment Agencies at this time and kindly request no contact is made. Only direct applications will be considered.

Mater Group is dedicated to creating a workplace that values diversity and inclusion. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities. We believe in providing equal opportunities for all qualified candidates.

Advertised: 27 Aug 2025 E. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 10 Sep 2025 E. Australia Standard Time