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• Central Adelaide Local Health Network
• Salary: MDP2- $96,569.00 - $153,533.00 p.a. (pro-rata) + Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Adelaide CBD
• Part Time, Contracted Role working 15.2 hours per week up to 30 Jan 2028.

About the Role

As the Resident Medical Practitioner/Registrar at the Adelaide Sexual Health Centre, you will play a key role in providing high-quality clinical care to patients presenting with sexually transmissible diseases and related conditions. Working collaboratively with Consultants, Registrars, Nurses, and Allied Health professionals, you will manage the assessment, treatment, and follow-up of patients while contributing to education and Continuous Quality Improvement activities that enhance clinical outcomes and service delivery.

The Adelaide Sexual Health Centre forms a vital part of the South Australian STD Control Program, leading statewide efforts to reduce the impact of sexually transmissible diseases through innovative clinical practice, training, research, and epidemiological surveillance. In this role, you will be part of a dynamic, multidisciplinary team that prioritises patient care, supports staff development, and promotes best-practice public health initiatives. This is an opportunity to contribute to a service recognised for its clinical excellence and leadership in sexual health at local, national, and international levels.

About You

You are a dedicated and compassionate medical professional with a genuine commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care. With a strong clinical foundation and a collaborative approach, you bring excellent communication, problem-solving, and procedural skills that support effective treatment and positive patient experiences within a multidisciplinary environment.

• Educational/Vocational Qualifications – Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) or equivalent, with current general registration (or eligibility for registration) as a Medical Practitioner with the Medical Board of Australia.

• Personal Abilities/Aptitudes/Skills – Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to demonstrate empathy, work effectively under pressure, and maintain high standards of care. Strong teamwork, decision-making, and problem-solving capabilities, with a commitment to continuous quality improvement.

• Experience – Clinical experience in one or more areas relevant to sexually transmissible disease (STD) services, alongside involvement in quality improvement initiatives and multidisciplinary care environments.

• Knowledge – Sound understanding of contemporary medical practices, investigations, and treatments appropriate to the role, supported by knowledge of Work Health & Safety principles and procedures.

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 Benefits: Enjoy flexible salary packaging options, including up to $9,010 each FBT year for living expenses (such as mortgage, rent, utilities and groceries) plus an additional $2,650 for meal and entertainment expenses.
• 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.
• Health and Fitness Benefits: Access to Fitness Passport, a discounted workplace health and fitness program for you and your family, plus an annual voluntary flu vaccination to support your wellbeing.
• Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counselling and support services for you and your family via our Employee Assistance Program.
• 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.
• Employee Recognition: Join a workplace where our people are celebrated through awards for innovation, collaboration, and outstanding contributions to health.
• Career Opportunities: Explore career growth within the SA Health system with opportunities for skill development and movement across various metropolitan and regional sites.

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: 920824

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Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Friday 5^th December 2025

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

 920824 MDP2 RMO Registrar ASHC RD.pdf

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