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• Central Adelaide Local Health Network, Adelaide
• Salary   MDP-2   $89,253 - $144,291 p.a. + Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Full-time temporary contract from 4/8/25 up to 12 months 

About the Role

As a key member of our Trauma Service team, you will be responsible for delivering exceptional clinical care to trauma patients, ensuring the highest standards are met in every aspect of patient management. You will provide clinical leadership within a multidisciplinary team, contributing to the effective and efficient delivery of care across the hospital. This role will see you actively involved in the assessment and management of severely injured trauma patients, working closely with the Trauma Team Leader to ensure optimal outcomes.

In addition to your clinical responsibilities, you will play a vital role in the education and development of Medical Students, Trainee Medical Officers, and, where appropriate, Nursing and Allied Health staff. You will also contribute to the ongoing improvement of services by participating in clinical audits, quality and safety initiatives, and clinical risk management activities. Opportunities for involvement in research and continuous medical education will further support your professional growth and development in this dynamic and rewarding role.

About You

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated medical professional to join our trauma service team. To thrive in this role, you will possess the following attributes:

• Relevant Qualifications & Experience: MBBS or equivalent, registrable with the Medical Board of Australia, and Basic Life Support (BLS) certified, with clinical experience in trauma, preferably at a Senior RMO or Registrar level.
• Clinical & Communication Skills: Strong clinical skills suitable for trauma service duties, coupled with excellent interpersonal communication and the ability to work autonomously or in a multidisciplinary team setting.
• Leadership & Teaching Abilities: Proven experience in supervising staff and mentoring both undergraduate and postgraduate medical students.
• Commitment to Quality & Patient Care: A sound understanding of trauma management, quality improvement, and research principles, with a strong respect for patient rights and responsibilities.

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: 897545

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Application Closing Date

11:55 pm  Friday 19 December 2025

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

 897545 RD CALHN Trauma Service Fellow.pdf

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