Job Details
Midwife
Travel Midwives – Healthcare / Maternity Services
Location: Various locations across Regional Victoria
Job Type: Contract / Locum
Salary: Up to $85 per hour + penalties
About the Opportunity
Are you a Registered Midwife looking for flexibility, variety and the opportunity to explore somewhere new?
We are working with multiple healthcare clients across Victoria who are seeking experienced Registered and Dual Registered Midwives to support their maternity services.
Whether you’re looking for a short 2-week change of scenery or want to secure back-to-back contracts for several months, we have options to suit your lifestyle and availability.
The choice is yours! Pick your preferred location, decide how long you want to stay and let us help coordinate your next travel contract.
The Role
This is a fantastic opportunity for experienced Midwives who enjoy variety, adapting to new environments and providing high-quality maternity care across regional healthcare settings.
You’ll become part of established maternity teams, supporting women and families throughout their maternity journey.
Key responsibilities include:
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Providing safe, evidence-based midwifery care throughout antenatal, intrapartum and postnatal periods.
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Supporting labour, birth and postnatal care.
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Monitoring maternal and neonatal wellbeing and responding appropriately to clinical changes.
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Working collaboratively with multidisciplinary maternity and healthcare teams.
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Maintaining accurate clinical documentation and adhering to relevant policies and procedures.
What We’re Looking For
To be considered, you will ideally have:
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Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Midwife or Dual Registered Nurse/Midwife.
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Minimum 2 years’ experience working within maternity services.
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Current FSEP Level 3 certification.
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Current PROMPT certification.
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Neonatal resuscitation experience (highly desirable).
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The ability to adapt quickly to new clinical environments.
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Strong communication skills and a commitment to delivering quality patient care.
What’s On Offer
In return, you’ll enjoy:
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Hourly rates up to $85 per hour + penalties.
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Fully included accommodation.
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Travel expenses covered.
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Flexible contracts starting from just 2 weeks.
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Opportunities across multiple locations throughout Victoria.
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The option to secure consecutive contracts and extend your travel adventure.
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Exposure to different maternity services and clinical teams.
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The freedom to choose contracts that work around your lifestyle.
Whether you’re looking to earn some extra money, experience a different part of Victoria or embrace travel nursing for the long term, we’d love to hear from you!
How to Apply
For a confidential discussion, please contact Sally McKay – Principal Recruitment Consultant at Zenith Search on 0485 027 783 or email your updated resume to sally.mckay@zenithsearch.com.
Alternatively, click Apply Now, and we’ll be in touch to discuss your availability, preferred locations and upcoming contract options.
Please note: Only candidates meeting the essential criteria will be contacted for further discussion.
About Zenith Search
Established in 2011, Zenith Search has grown into a leading provider of specialised recruitment services. Our clients trust our professional and ethical approach and candidates benefit from our proven processes. We have long-standing relationships with some of Australia’s major businesses and an enviable track record in finding the right fit for clients and candidates alike.
Put simply, we succeed when you succeed.
To learn more, visit www.zenithsearch.com.

