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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 and part-time temporary from 6/2/26 up to 2/2/29 
• The positions are open for discussion regarding flexi-time or job sharing roles for suitable candidates pursuing masters or research.

About the Role

The position of service registrar in Cardiothoracic surgery helps provision of the delivery of care for Cardiothoracic surgical patients at the Royal Adelaide hospital. This encompasses preoperative workup, assessment on outpatients, working in operating theatres and involved in perioperative care including ICU and wards as well as follow up clinic. There are administrative responsibilities about documentation and data entry. Opportunities for research and teaching are available and encouraged. The job involved working on call over the week. 

About You

You are a dedicated and adaptable medical professional who brings a high standard of clinical care and a commitment to continuous improvement. With strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset, you thrive in multidisciplinary environments and are passionate about delivering patient-centred care.

• Registered or eligible for registration with AHPRA, with relevant medical qualifications

• Proven clinical experience in managing pre- and post-operative cardiothoracic patients

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a team-focused approach

• Committed to professional integrity, quality improvement, and patient rights

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:  909615

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Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Friday 15 August 2025

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

 909615 RD Cardiothoracic surgery registar.pdf

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