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• Central Adelaide Local Health Network, Adelaide
• Salary  MDP-2   $89,253 - $144,291 p.a. + Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Salary  MDP-3  $148,753 - $154,702 p.a. + Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Full-time temporary up to 12 months

About the Role

The Fellow will be based at the Royal Adelaide Hospital and will work across sites of our Radiation Oncology Department for clinical and research exposure.  The Fellow will have demonstrated experience in writing clinical protocols and designing models of care, with particular focus on MR simulator workflows. A combination of clinical and protocol/research time will be available.  The Fellow will support Radiation Oncology Consultants at the RAH and LMH as required.

A significant range of radiotherapy technologies including image guided HDR and LDR brachytherapy for urological and gynaecological malignancies, IMRT/VMAT, stereotactic brain and body radiotherapy, TBI, TSET, proton therapy planning and paediatric radiation oncology are available at these sites.

With substantial investment by SA Health in new and innovative radiotherapy & medical equipment and IT technology this is a generational opportunity for the Fellow to work with other health professionals within a sophisticated and modern environment of healthcare, research and health economics within South Australia

The Royal Adelaide Hospital and Lyell McEwin Hospital are RANZCR accredited training sites.  The Fellow will provide leadership and have an active teaching, research and education role within the department.

About You

You are a highly skilled and motivated medical professional who thrives in a collaborative and innovative environment. You are passionate about advancing cancer care through leading-edge radiation therapy and are ready to contribute to the growth of proton therapy in Australia.

• Qualifications & Registration: You hold an MBBS or equivalent degree and are eligible for registration with AHPRA. You have completed (or are close to completing) FRANZCR or an equivalent specialist qualification.

• Specialist Expertise: You bring demonstrated experience in writing clinical protocols and designing and implementing models of care, with particular focus on MR simulator workflows.

• Leadership & Collaboration: You excel in multidisciplinary team settings, showing leadership, initiative in care development, and a strong ability to supervise junior staff within Radiation Oncology.

• Commitment to Excellence: You uphold a high standard of clinical practice, professional integrity, and are dedicated to continuous quality improvement and adaptability in a dynamic healthcare environment.

About CALHN

At Central Adelaide (CALHN), we’re shaping the future of health through excellence in clinical care, research, and innovation.  As South Australia’s largest health network, we deliver exceptional, safe and connected healthcare—for our patients, our community, and our people.

With more than 17,000 dedicated employees, every day at CALHN presents an opportunity to make a real impact—not because it’s expected, but because our values guide us to be our best.

Join us and be part of a team that’s driven by a commitment to a seamless safe and connected experience for all.

Find out more about our stories , our network, and the opportunities to be part of CALHN.

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.
• Relocation Support: Up to $10,000 reimbursement of approved relocation expenses for transitioning to CALHN, for eligible applicants. Further information can be found here.
• 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: 902245

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Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Wednesday 11 June 2025

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

 902245 RD 2025-2026 Radiation Oncology Fellow - CALHN.pdf

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