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Serving a diverse population of over 69,000 people, the Limestone Coast Local Health Network (LCLHN) is a leading provider of public hospital services and community-based health services in the Limestone Coast region. With a total of 200 beds and over 1,400 employees, a wide range of in-hospital (including but not limited to medical, surgical, paediatric, obstetric and gynaecology, mental health and oncology) aged care, community, disability and mental health services are offered at multiple locations across the region including Mount Gambier, Bordertown, Keith, Kingston, Lucindale, Millicent, Naracoorte and Penola. LCLHN strategic plan (2021-2025) reflects a focus on local governance, performance excellence and collaborative partnerships.

Reporting to the Director of Medical Services (DMS) at Mount Gambier and Districts Health Services (MGDHS), we offer an exciting opportunity for a senior Medical Administration Registrar to be based at Mount Gambier (population of 30,000). This role will be reporting to the DMS and working closely with the Executive Director of Medical Services on strategic and operational matters and projects impacting the junior and senior medical workforce, clinical governance and research across the LCLHN.

An ideal candidate would be a senior RACMA registrar with broad medical administration experience committed to pursuing the qualification of Fellow of the Australasian College of Medical Administrators, excellent communication skills, ability to develop and maintain effective collaborative relationships, strategic problem solving and decision making skills.

For more information about the role and essential requirements of the role please refer to the Role Description attached below.

Why Join Us?

• Make a real difference and feel like an important part of the community. Being part of the Limestone Coast Local Health Network means you will be supported both personally and professionally, can take advantage of education and training opportunities, will have access to flexible working hours and be part of an inter-professional approach to holistic health care.
• Job security and financial incentives: in addition to the annual salary and entitlements (superannuation & leave loading), we also offer salary sacrifice benefits, watch a short video about what salary packaging is. 
• Relocation reimbursement of up to $13,000 may be available to people relocating for this opportunity. More information available from SA Health Careers - Relocation support.
• Be part of a forward-thinking health service dedicated to excellence in medical care and administration.
• Opportunity to work closely with senior medical leaders and contribute to impactful projects and initiatives.
• Engage in diverse and challenging tasks that enhance your professional development and career growth.

The Region

The Limestone Coast Local Health Network provides a wide range of health care services to residents within the Limestone Coast region, which is situated in the southeastern part of South Australia and extending all the way to the Victorian border.

The Limestone Coast Local Health Network is surrounded by a world class wine region, outdoor adventures, and some of South Australia’s best coastline, offering a work-life balance like no other.

Your lifestyle

• Relaxed and affordable lifestyle
• Access to safe beaches, excellent recreational fishing, sailing and surf
• Outstanding National Parks and great sporting and recreational facilities
• Well-serviced with educational facilities, including TAFE and University campuses
• Plenty of social activities including sporting clubs, music groups and great food and beverage experiences
• Conveniently located approximately halfway between two major cities: Melbourne and Adelaide

Find out more about working with the Limestone Coast Local Health Network at www.sahealth.sa.gov.au/workatLCLHN   

Applicant Information

Commencement date: 3 February 2025 or earlier upon negotiation for a full time 12 month fixed term

* Indicative Total Remuneration includes award salary, leave loading, professional development allowance and superannuation.

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.

Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and appropriate immunisation requirements.

Check(s) 

• National Police Certificate (NPC) for employment involving unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups required for this position (E.g. aged care employment or work involving vulnerable clients) 
• DHS Working With Children Check (WWCC) 

Immunisation Risk for this position is - Category A (direct contact with blood or body substances)

SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Job ref: Job ref: 877561