Lactation Consultant

Ramsay provides high quality healthcare to millions of people each year through a network of hospitals, clinics and services in Australia, Europe and the United Kingdom. 

Frances Perry House is a leading private maternity hospital and part of Ramsay Health Care, one of Australia’s largest and most respected private hospital operators. We are committed to delivering excellence in patient care and creating a positive and supportive workplace for our staff.

Located within Melbourne’s CBD, we have the unique advantage of being co-located with the Royal Women’s Hospital. This allows us to provide our patients with the highest standard of private hospital care, while having the on-site support of tertiary level facilities within the Royal Women’s Hospital.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your midwifery career and be part of a respected and growing healthcare organisation, we’d love to hear from you.

We are seeking a skilled Lactation Consultant to join our Midwifery Team

As a member of our clinical team, you will plan, deliver and evaluate patient care with the support and guidance of the Nurse Unit Manager, Clinical Nurse and Shift Leaders to ensure a high standard of service is provided to our patients.

Key responsibilities:

• Delivering evidence-based, patient-centred care across undefined presentations.
• Conducting thorough clinical assessments and contributing to care planning across a dynamic casual roster.
• Collaborating within a multidisciplinary team to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
• Maintaining accurate clinical documentation in line with Ramsay standards and relevant legislation.
• Support mothers on the postnatal ward and through the Lactation Consulting Clinic

About You:

You are a clinically confident Lactation consultant with strong communication and interpersonal skills. You will also demonstrate:

• Current registration with AHPRA as a Registered Midwife/Nurse (essential).
• Minimum 3 years' post-graduate experience in midwifery services
• Current IBCLC certificate
• Prescribing for midwives’ certificate (desirable)
• Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking and time management skills.

What’s in it for You:

At Ramsay, we care for our people by offering benefits that truly support your career, wellbeing and lifestyle, including

• Grow your career with recognition programs, employee referral bonuses, scholarships, free access to LinkedIn Learning and the Ramsay Leadership Academy
• Save more every day with Ramsay Rewards, giving you exclusive deals at 100+ retailers, restaurants, travel providers and more
• Enjoy peace of mind with lower hospital cover costs and higher extras limits on services like General and Major Dental, plus pharmacy and allied health discounts
• Find balance through flexible rostering options, flexible leave and access to free, confidential counselling and wellbeing support 24/7

Why Join Ramsay:

• At Ramsay Health Care, “people caring for people” is at the heart of everything we do. We are:
• Australia’s largest private hospital operator, with over 74 sites and 35,000 staff
• A values-led workplace where you’ll be supported personally and professionally
• A place with flexible, permanent and career-growth opportunities nationwide.

• Must provide or complete a National Police Check conducted within the previous 12 months.
• According to the role, Ramsay may require a Working-With-Children Check and proof of immunisation against infectious diseases.

Apply:

All applications must be lodged online.

Applications close: 28 October 2026

Reference number: JR116568 

Please Note:

Ramsay Health Care is committed to Child Safety. Details of our commitment are set out in our Code of Conduct, available at www.ramsayhealth.com.au.

Applications made by recruitment agencies will not be considered.