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Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN)

• Royal Adelaide Hospital & The Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Upper GI Surgery 

• MD02 Total Indicative Remuneration Salary - $367,430 - $715,909 p.a. (pro rata) + super + salary packaging

• Part Time (18.75 hours per week), Permanent

Grow Your Medical Career With Us
Join CALHN’s exceptional medical team and play a vital role in shaping the future of health through innovation, collaboration and world-class care.

• Work across diverse clinical specialties and services
• Advance your skills through structured learning and development
• Benefit from supportive teams and dedicated non-clinical time
• Make a real impact delivering safe and connected compassionate care

Find out more about CALHN sites and services, our stories and the opportunities to be part of CALHN

About the Role
Join a leading Upper GI service and shape high-quality, patient-centred care across complex oesophago-gastric conditions. You’ll manage diverse surgical cases, build strong clinical pathways, and support service excellence across two major hospitals, with opportunities to teach, mentor and drive research.

Duties

• Deliver safe, best practice Upper GI and general surgery care
• Manage complex malignant, benign and bariatric cases
• Build and refine clinical pathways and service models
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary and cross-site teams
• Support undergraduate and postgraduate teaching
• Mentor and supervise junior medical staff
• Contribute to research and continuous improvement
• Engage with referrals from GPs and external providers
• Provide compassionate care to patients and families

About You
You’re a skilled and collaborative Upper GI surgeon ready to deliver excellent care, support others and contribute to a high-performing service.

• Hold FRACS or equivalent specialist qualification
• Hold AHPRA registration as a medical specialist
• Show strong Upper GI clinical practice and judgement
• Build links across teams, sites and referral networks
• Contribute to teaching, research and quality improvement

Benefits of joining CALHN:
At CALHN, we're dedicated to your career satisfaction and wellbeing, offering tailored benefits for healthcare professionals, including:

• Salary packaging – up to $9,010 for living expenses + $2,650 for meals & entertainment + pre-tax super & novated lease options
• Safe connections – be part of a culture of safety and connectivity, focusing on outcomes and continuous improvements
• Professional development - Receive allowances of up to $8,500 along with additional dedicated leave for advancing your skills and career.
• Employment Guidance: Comprehensive support for requirements like working visas and medical registration.
• Generous Leave: Enjoy paid annual/recreation leave each year plus professional development leave
• Flexible work options – speak to us about flexibility options for this role to suit your lifestyle
• Health, fitness and wellbeing support - Fitness Passport access and the Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
• Recognition & growth – celebrate success and explore opportunities across CALHN’s many sites

Diversity & Inclusion 
We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe, respected, and supported. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, culturally diverse backgrounds, and LGBTQIA+ communities. 

Application Information 

• Please refer to the role description for essential educational/vocational qualifications that may be required  933848 - RD for Upper GI Consultant.pdf

• Appointment will be subject to satisfactory Criminal History Clearances and compliant immunisation screening as indicated in the role description. 

Curious about this role?  
Connect with first Melissa Murray, Business Consultant.  
P: 0412 095 899 
E: Melissa.Murray@sa.gov.au  

Apply Now 
Applications close: 11:55 pm, Sunday, 19^th April 2026
Job Ref: 933848

Go to the SA Health Career Website for how to apply, and Australian and International applicant guidelines for more information 

Please note that unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies or third parties will not be accepted for this position