PERMANENT REMOTE AREA MIDWIFE (FIFO OR BASED IN THE NORTHERN TERRITORY)

This is an opportunity to support women and families across East Arnhem Land through pregnancy, birth planning, and early parenthood in a way that respects culture, tradition, and community strengths.

What We Offer

A competitive and comprehensive benefits package:

  • Salary: $128,151 – $137,674 per year
  • Superannuation: 12% employer contribution
  • Housing and utilities provided: subject to applicable conditions
  • Relocation & repatriation support: Up to $10,400
  • Salary packaging: Up to $15,900 + $2,650 Meals & Entertainment

As a Remote Area Midwife (RAM), you will:

  • Work within a multidisciplinary team alongside an Aboriginal Health workforce in the Maternal and Women’s Health Program
  • Provide high‑quality antenatal and postnatal care
  • Build trusted relationships with women, families, and community leaders
  • Support culturally safe, holistic models of care
  • Contribute to healthier futures for remote families
  • Engage with Yolnu culture and learn from local knowledge holders

Why Join Miwatj Health?

Miwatj Health offers unique opportunities to experience East Arnhem Land while working in a role that values culture, autonomy, and connection.

Flexibility for your lifestyle

Choose:

  • Permanent FIFO
  • Permanent community‑based

Clinic Locations

You can choose from four of our remote RAN clinics:

  • Galiwin’ku
  • Gapuwiyak
  • Milingimbi
  • Ramingining

Generous leave entitlements:

  • 6 weeks annual leave + 17.5% loading
  • Fares Out Leave
  • 12 days personal leave
  • 5 days compassionate leave
  • Miwatj Annual Leave Travel Assistance of up to $2,179.89 p/a

Professional development & support:

  • Study leave + up to $1,800 study assistance
  • Post‑Graduate Allowance (2% of your salary)
  • Tailored training and professional development pathways
  • Eligibility for $10,000 Retention Bonus (conditions apply)

Additional Support

You may also be eligible for the NT Thrive Health Professional Relocation Grant, offering up to $10,000 toward relocation, housing, wellbeing, cultural training, and professional upskilling.
More info: https://ntphn.org.au/grants-and-scholarships/health-professional-relocation-grant/

About Miwatj Health

Miwatj Health is an Aboriginal Community‑Controlled Health Service, delivering culturally grounded, comprehensive primary health care across East Arnhem Land. Established in 1992, we support over 6,000 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents through:

  • 7 remote clinics
  • Outreach services
  • A dedicated Aboriginal workforce
  • Strong partnerships with Yolnu leaders and communities

Our vision is simple: Yolnu-powered health and wellbeing.

Successful applicants must be willing to travel in small charter planes, and the ability to drive a 4WD will be looked upon favorably. For more detailed Selection Criteria, please click to view the full Job Description.

For more information, please contact the recruitment team at recruitment@miwatj.com.au 

Vacancy Description - FYE25_JD_RAN Midwife PERM.pdf (213 kB)
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