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• Central Adelaide Local Health Network, RAH and TQEH
• Salary   MDP-2   $89,253 - $144,291 p.a. + Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Full-time temporary up to 4/8/28

About the Role

We’re seeking a dedicated and collaborative Anaesthesia Medical Practitioner to join our dynamic Anaesthesia team at the Royal Adelaide Hospital (RAH) and The Queen Elizabeth Hospital (TQEH). In this vital role, you’ll provide high-quality anaesthetic care to patients across a broad clinical spectrum, working closely with Consultants, Nurses, and Allied Health professionals. You’ll be instrumental in ensuring safe and effective perioperative care, while upholding the highest standards of clinical practice within the department.

You’ll also play a key part in advancing continuous quality improvement initiatives and fostering a culture of excellence. With a strong commitment to clinical teaching, you’ll support the development of junior medical staff and contribute meaningfully to the educational environment. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a progressive, supportive team, where your expertise will make a genuine difference to the health and wellbeing of our community.

About You

You’re a motivated and compassionate medical professional who is passionate about delivering high-quality anaesthetic care and working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Eligibility for registration with the Medical Board of Australia, along with appropriate post-graduate clinical experience, including a minimum of 6 months in Anaesthesia, and working towards the ANZCA primary examination.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively within diverse teams and liaise respectfully with people from a variety of backgrounds.

• A demonstrated commitment to patient-centred care, clinical excellence, and continuous professional development in line with current standards and best practices.

• A proactive, adaptable mindset, showing enthusiasm for departmental activities, openness to feedback and change, and a cooperative approach to teamwork and service delivery.

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.
• 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:  908505

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Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Wednesday 16 July 2025

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

 908505 Medical Practitioner - RAH.pdf

 908505 RD Medical Practitioner TQEH .pdf

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