Registered Midwife - Transition to Practice Program 2026

• Part Time, Fixed Term Contract - 31/1/2027
• 64 hours per fortnight

Join Our Transition to Practice Program for Midwives!

Take the next step in your midwifery journey with a program designed to support, strengthen, and inspire your transition from student to confident, capable practitioner.

Our Transition to Practice Program provides a structured, supportive, and enriching learning experience that blends hands-on clinical exposure with professional development opportunities.

 Program Highlights:

Structured Learning with dedicated block rotations

Gain experience across the full midwifery scope with intentional, skill-building placements:

• Minimum 12 weeks in Birth Suite, completed in two dedicated blocks
• 2-week Maternity Connect placement in Special Care Nursery (SCN) at a busy metropolitan hospital
• Antenatal Clinic (ANC) block: 6 ANC shifts, + 3 Orientation/supernumerary days
• Domiciliary block: 4 consecutive domiciliary days, + 4 orientation/supernumerary days

What You’ll Gain:

Consolidate Your Knowledge

Deepen your understanding of midwifery practice with structured guidance and reflective learning.

Real-World Experience

Work alongside experienced clinicians in diverse clinical settings to build well-rounded capability.

Develop Confidence and Competence

Grow your clinical judgement, communication, and decision-making skills in a safe, supportive environment.

Professional Development & Support

• 7 Professional Development (PD) days included
• 3-monthly feedback and development sessions to keep you progressing confidently
• Ongoing support from dedicated preceptors and educators

Start your midwifery career with confidence

If you're ready to build a strong foundation, grow your practice, and thrive as a midwife, our Transition to Practice Program is the perfect next step.

Apply now and begin your journey with a team committed to your growth and success!

Our Region:

• Wangaratta has a population of approximately 30,000 and our catchment serves a community of around 100 000 throughout the northeast.
• An easy 2 ½ hours drive on the Hume freeway from Melbourne and less than an hour to Albury airport with direct flights to most of the large Australian cities.
• We have over 11 schools including private Catholic and Anglican schooling options for pre-year 12.
• Our region is a popular destination year-round. It boasts multiple national parks, picturesque small towns, award winning restaurants, wineries and breweries. 
• Whether you want to hike, mountain bike and ski in the mountains, paddle the rivers or cruise on the rail trails there is something for everyone in the northeast.
• https://www.visitwangaratta.com.au/Home
• https://www.victoriashighcountry.com.au/snow/

The successful applicant will benefit from:

• Competitive remuneration, novated leasing and full salary packaging benefits Available. If you have relocated permanently you may also be able to substantially increase your take-home pay by salary packaging some or all of your relocation costs.
• 5 weeks annual leave and an addition week for any employee working 10 or more weekend shifts. There is also the option for full time employees to be able to purchase additional leave if they wish.
• Option to be able to swap any existing public holiday to another religious holiday or day of significance of your choice.
• Employee Assistant Programs (EAP)
• Well being programs and discounted corporate gym membership
• Social Club Benefits
• Support for our diverse workforce

Applying for the role:

• Enquiries can be made with Jason O'Keeffe on (03) 5722 5450
• Confirmation of Influenza Vaccination or an approved medical exemption is required upon application. Covid Vaccination is strongly recommended
• A PD for this role can be downloaded below or at www.northeasthealth.org.au/careers/jobs/
• Applications must address the Key Selection Criteria from the PD
• Employment Statutory Declaration form must be submitted with your application
• To apply for this position hit Apply Now/Join Now or head over to our careers page at www.northeasthealth.org.au/careers/jobs/
• All additional documents can be uploaded within the application after filling in the key selection criteria
• Applications close Sunday, 22nd of February 2026

NHW do not accept unsolicited applications from recruitment companies