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Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN)

• Consultant Psychiatrist, Eastern Community Mental Health, Mental Health Clinical Program
• MD02 Total Indicative Remuneration Salary $367,429 - $476,736 p.a (Subject to Private Practice Agreement) + Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Full time ongoing community position, including coverage of Hospital in the Home

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

Make a meaningful difference in the lives of people experiencing mental illness by delivering expert clinical care and leadership within CALHN's Mental Health Clinical Program. You'll work alongside multidisciplinary teams to provide high-quality, recovery-focused care while helping shape the future of mental health services through education, research and continuous improvement.

• Deliver specialist psychiatric care and clinical leadership
• Support multidisciplinary, recovery focused practice
• Mentor registrars, junior doctors and medical students
• Lead quality, safety and clinical improvement activities
• Contribute to research, education and on call services

About You

You're a compassionate Psychiatrist committed to clinical excellence, collaboration and improving mental health outcomes.

• MBBS or equivalent with Specialist Medical Board registration
• Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists
• Strong clinical leadership and multidisciplinary team skills
• Experience in teaching, supervision and quality improvement
• Commitment to recovery focused, patient centred care

Please be advised that for CALHN advertised vacancies (employed rather than locum), the Mental Health Clinical Program (MHCP) accepts invitations from individual applicants only. Applications through/from Medical Workforce Agencies will not be accepted. The CALHN MHCP will not accept any responsibility or liability for Medical Workforce Agency fees should the applicant be a member of, employed by, or contracted by a Medical Workforce Agency

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.
• Expert Mentorship: Work under the guidance of experienced consultant supervisors to support your career progression.
• Priority Training: Dedicated, protected, and paid teaching time available for ACEM Trainees and Resident Medical Officers.
• 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  947462 MD02 Consultant Psychiatrist RD.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 Dr Andrew Lawlor, Medical Director

Phone: 7087 1853

E-mail: andrew.lawlor@sa.gov.au

Apply Now 
Applications close: 11:55 pm, Tuesday 25^th August 2026
Job Ref: 947462

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