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• Central Adelaide Local Health Network, Various locations
• Total Indicative Remuneration Salary  MD-2  $365,798 - $713,692  p.a. (pro rata) (Subject to private practice agreement)
• Temporary up to 30/6/29 and part-time working 15 hours per week

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated Consultant Rheumatologist to join our team, where you will play a key role in delivering safe, high-quality clinical services to patients within the Rheumatology Department. You will have the opportunity to work with a diverse range of cases, providing expert care to both inpatients and outpatients, while ensuring best practice in every aspect of service delivery. Your expertise will contribute to the continuous improvement of clinical practices, fostering an environment focused on patient safety and excellence in care.

Job responsibilities include providing specialist rheumatology services at YNLHN which includes both telehealth and face-to-face clinical encounters on a periodic basis.

In addition to your clinical responsibilities, you will be involved in the teaching and training of both undergraduate and postgraduate students, sharing your knowledge and expertise to inspire the next generation of healthcare professionals. You will also have the opportunity to participate in cutting-edge research, helping to drive advancements in rheumatology care. This is an exciting opportunity for a committed professional to make a significant impact while advancing their career in a collaborative and supportive environment.

About You

We are looking for a Consultant Rheumatologist who brings expertise, dedication, and a passion for high-quality patient care. To thrive in this role, you will need:

• MBBS or equivalent and Specialist Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Registration Authority.
• Demonstrated clinical excellence, professional integrity, and a commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team and effectively communicate at all levels.
• Experience in Rheumatology clinical practice, quality improvement, and adherence to clinical standards and patient rights.

About CALHN

The Central Adelaide Local Health Network includes South’s Australia’s major quaternary facility, the Royal Adelaide Hospital, The Queen Elizabeth Hospital, the Hampstead Rehabilitation Centre, and the Repat Health Precinct. We also deliver mental health services at Glenside Health Services and at a range of other locations across the metropolitan and regional areas.

We’re looking for talented staff to join us and help us to shape the future of health through world-class care and world-class research and achieve our vision of being in the top 50 health services in the world and top 5 in Australia.

Benefit of Joining CALHN

At CALHN, we're dedicated to your career satisfaction and wellbeing, offering tailored benefits for healthcare professionals, including:

• Salary Attractions: Flexible options for salary packaging covering living expenses, meal and entertainment allowances, and novated leasing.
• Professional Development: Opportunity to apply for reimbursement of eligible professional development activities, and access to dedicated leave for ongoing learning.
• Annual Leave: Enjoy paid recreation leave for essential rejuvenation, with leave loading applied.
• Flexible Work Arrangements: The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
• Health and Fitness Benefits: Access to Fitness Passport, a discounted workplace health and fitness program available to CALHN staff and their families. 
• Career Opportunities: Explore career growth within the SA Health system with opportunities for skill development and movement across various metropolitan and regional sites. 
• Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counselling and support services are available via our Employee Assistance Program.

Join CALHN for a fulfilling career bolstered by comprehensive benefits and unwavering commitment to your success.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

CALHN is an Equal Opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, disability, all genders, and LGBTQI+ community.

Application Information:

• Please refer to the role description for essential educational/vocational qualifications that may be required.
• Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and compliant Immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.
• SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

Please note that unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies or third parties will not be accepted for this position.

Job ref: 888670

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Application Closing Date

11:55 pm  Friday 3 January 2025

Refer to the SA Health Career Website - How to apply for further information

 888670 RD Rheumatologist.pdf

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