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Casual - Registered Midwife
@ Government of the Northwest Territories - Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority
Northwest Territories
Overview
The Government of the Northwest Territories, through its Health and Social Services Authority, is hiring Registered Midwives on casual and short- or long-term contracts across the NWT to provide midwifery care, including birthing services, in several communities. Contracts range from 5 days to 6 months, with flights, travel days and accommodation covered, and pay of $121,641 to $145,295 per year plus on-call pay and a Northern Living Allowance.
Pay:
$62.38–$74.51 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Provide midwifery care in northern communities
- Deliver birthing services
- Offer prenatal and postpartum care
- Work flexible hours based on community needs
- Travel between communities as required
Requirements summary:
- Registered Midwife credentials
- Eligibility for licensing under the Midwifery Profession Act
- Credentialing under Medical and Professional Staff Bylaws
- Satisfactory vulnerable sector check
- Proof of up-to-date immunization
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
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- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-11
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-06
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Physicians & advanced practice |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Schedule | overtime |
| Travel | air: moderate · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Hospital or clinic, Client sites, Vehicle |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer moderate |
| Licences & certifications | Registered Midwife, Midwifery Profession Act licensing |
| Background checks | vulnerable sector |
| Encouraged to apply | Indigenous peoples |
| Perks mentioned | Flexible hours, Home office allowance |
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Government of the Northwest Territories - Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority
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Job Summary
Location: Across the NWT
Department: Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority
Job ID: 28348
Salary: $121,641 - $145,295
Employment Type: Full-Time, Temporary
Closing Date: Open until filled
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Job Information
Are you an experienced Registered Midwife looking to expand your career in the world of Northern midwifery practice? Do you want to visit the North while being paid to do it? We are looking for enthusiastic and self-motivated Registered Midwives to join our workforce through a variety of contracts that work for YOU!
Come make a difference in the health and wellbeing of our Territory! Our short-term casual contracts allow you to maintain your life at home while being able to escape to and explore the spectacular Northwest Territories. Take that chance; go on that adventure and make that lasting memory come work in the Northwest Territories (NT)!
Current opportunities available:
We are looking for Registered Midwives to fill short and long-term contracts providing midwifery care, including birthing services in several communities across the Northwest Territories.
Contracts are variable in length, an initial contract of at least one month supports a high quality orientation to midwifery services.
If you are interested in working in the NT, please submit your application and our team will contact you to discuss current opportunities.
Competitive Compensation
Registered Midwives earn a salary range of:
$121,641. - $145,295./year or $62.38 - $74.51/hr.
In addition to the above, Registered Midwives are eligible for:
- On Call pay, flexible working hours based on community needs, overtime banked as lieu-time earned or paid out
- Northern Living Allowance: Community dependent, this can range from $1.90 - $18.60/hour
- Convenience & Flexibility
We are looking to hire Registered Midwives through casual contracts ranging from 5 days to up to 6 months. Your travel days (one day pay each way), flights in and out of the community are covered; as well as accommodations for up to 10 days. Staff accommodations for stays longer than 10 days may be available for a small fee.
Life Up in the North
It's not every day that you have the chance to work and play in the land of the midnight sun and world-class auroras! The Northwest Territories is one of Canada's best kept treasures with its unique northern views, exciting new adventures and vibrant display of indigenous culture. Visit https://spectacularnwt.com for more information.
For any questions on these opportunities, please contact [email protected]
Join the adventure - submit your resume, today!
GNWT Inquiries
Inquiries Only:
Health Recruitment
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
YELLOWKNIFE CENTRE 5TH FLOOR
BOX 1320 YELLOWKNIFE NT X1A 2L9
Tel (867) 767-9154 Extension 14106
Fax (867) 873-0445
[email protected]
Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.
More Information
Indigenous Employment Policy
Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Indigenous Employment Policy.
Criminal Records Check
Candidates must provide a satisfactory vulnerable sector check. Failure to provide a satisfactory check may deem you disqualified from the competition.
Immunization Status
The successful candidate will be required to obtain proof of current up-to-date immunization status.
Registrations
Eligible for professional licensing in accordance with the Midwifery Profession Act and must be credentialed and eligible for privileges in accordance with the Medical and Professional Staff Bylaws is mandatory for this position.
For more information on health and social services careers and practicing in the Northwest Territories please visit www.practiceNWT.ca
Diversity and Inclusion
The Government of the Northwest Territories is an inclusive workplace. If you have a disability and you require support during the hiring process, you are encouraged to identify your needs if you are contacted for an assignment or interview so that you may be accommodated during the hiring process.
Job Opening Information
Job Opening ID # 28348
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
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