About the role 

Mater Private Hospital Mackay has an exciting opportunity for a Clinical Facilitator to join our team in a permanent part time capacity.

 Join our maternity team as a Clinical Midwifery Facilitator and play a key role in supporting the ongoing education, development, and clinical excellence of midwifery staff. This leadership position is responsible for coordinating orientation, facilitating learning opportunities, maintaining clinical competency programs, and promoting evidence-based practice to ensure safe, high-quality care for women, babies, and families.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and passionate midwife to influence workforce development and contribute to positive patient outcomes through education and mentorship.

Salary range: $57.48 - $63.09 per hour plus superannuation and access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900  + access to many staff benefits!  

What you’ll be doing 

•  Plan, deliver and evaluate clinical education to address learning needs, build capability and support staff to work at full scope
• Support professional development and performance improvement processes
• Observe, assess and provide feedback on staff performance
• Use simulation and varied education methods to strengthen critical thinking, reasoning and problem-solving in practice
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement in education and clinical practice
• Embrace and support staff through change processes
• Engage in educational research and quality improvement activities
• Promote a culture of learning and empowerment
• Identify evidence-based improvements for high-quality care
• Promote staff satisfaction and improve clinical outcomes through professional development
• Communicate effectively and contribute positively to the workplace

About you 

 Essential

• Current and unrestricted AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse and Registered Midwife
• Postgraduate qualifications in relevant specialty or working towards them
• Minimum of three years clinical experience
• Knowledge of education and training in Australian healthcare organisations
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 and ability to learn relevant computer applications
• Strong time management, analytical problem-solving skills, and organisational skills
• Ability to work with diverse groups, including volunteers and community organisations

Desired

• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (current)
• Demonstrated experience in clinical facilitation and/or clinical supervision
• Demonstrated experience in the development, implementation and evaluation of clinical education

Why join us? 

Mater is Queensland’s largest not-for-profit network of public and private hospitals and healthcare services, bringing together world-class expertise across healthcare, education,  fundraising & philanthropy and research. With more than 14,000 employees, 13 facilities and almost 700,000 patients cared for each year, we're committed to empowering people to live better lives through improved health and wellbeing. 

Here, we are proud to be a community-based hospital, 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 Mackay, you’ll be part of a supportive and values-led team where innovation, compassion and high-quality care are at the heart of everything we do. 

What’s in it for you? 

• Career growth opportunities across healthcare, corporate, research and leadership pathways 

• Professional development and learning through Mater Education and internal development programs 

• Generous salary packaging to help maximise your take-home pay 

• Health and wellbeing support, including EAP, pastoral care and discounted private health insurance 

• Fitness Passport access and a range of lifestyle, retail and travel discounts 

• Discounted parking and reduced prices at Mater cafés and coffee outlets 
• A supportive culture where your contributions are recognised and your development matters 

At Mater Private Hospital Mackay, we keep things personal and local. From our beginnings in 1927 to our modern 105-bed campus on the banks of the Pioneer River, we’ve grown with our community, combining advanced technology, including robotic-assisted surgery and the region’s first da Vinci surgical system, with genuine, compassionate care.

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

Please note, we may contact applicants prior to the closing date, please do not hesitate to APPLY NOW. Direct applications only — we are not engaging recruitment agencies at this time. All successful candidates may be required to complete pre‑employment checks (including criminal history, working rights, medical and working with children checks). 

Mater offers a safe, supportive, flexible and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Visit our Reconciliation webpage.  

Mater ensures all children have an environment suitable for their safety and wellbeing through proper supervision and safeguarding practices.