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Annual SA Health-wide Intake

• The Queen Elizabeth & Royal Adelaide Hospitals (Central Adelaide Local Health Network
• Flinders Medical Centre (Southern Adelaide Local Health Network)
• Lyell McEwin Hospital (Northern Adelaide Local Health Network)
• SA Pathology (Statewide Clinical Support Services) 

• MDP2 $99,707 to $158,523 p.a. + super + salary packaging 

• Multiple full-time, temporary positions
• Duration of the Training Program: 12 months from 02/02/2027 to 31/01/2028

• Term of the Contract: 3 years (in line with clause 55 of the Salaried Medical Officers Enterprise Agreement).  At the end of the training program, CALHN will work with the employee to assist find a suitable placement within SA Health for the remainder of the 3-year contract, if necessary.

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 Microbiology & Infectious Diseases team delivering patient focused care across South Australia’s Local Health Networks. Work alongside clinical leaders shaping statewide health reform while building advanced specialist skills. Contribute to high quality care, education, research and prevention in a collaborative teaching environment.

• Deliver patient focused care across inpatient and outpatient services
• Assess and manage complex infectious disease presentations
• Support diagnosis, treatment and long-term care planning
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across the network
• Guide and support junior doctors and medical students
• Contribute to teaching, research and quality improvement
• Promote prevention and health focused care initiatives
• Develop specialist expertise under senior clinician supervision

About You

Bring your clinical skills, professionalism and passion for learning to a supportive specialist training environment. We’re looking for motivated doctors ready to grow their expertise, contribute to team-based care and make a meaningful impact across SA Health.

• MBBS or equivalent with General Registration
• Eligible for RACP Advanced Training Program
• Deliver safe, high quality patient centred care
• Build strong relationships across multidisciplinary teams
• Show sound judgement, integrity and adaptability

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
• Professional development - Receive allowances of up to $8,500 along with additional dedicated leave for advancing your skills and career.
• Expert Mentorship: Work under the guidance of experienced consultant supervisors to support your career progression.
• 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  936900 - RD for Advanced Trainee - Microbiology and Infectious Diseases.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 Andrew Whalan, Roster Manager.  
P: 0433 783 999 
E: Andrew.Whalan2@sa.gov.au  

Apply Now 
Applications close: 11:55 pm, Friday 31^st July 2026 
Job Ref: 936900

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