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Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN)

• Infectious Disease Unit - Royal Adelaide Hospital, Adelaide CBD
• Total Indicative Remuneration Salary  MD-2  $378,427 - $490,911 p.a. (pro rata)  (Subject to private practice agreement) + Salary Sacrifice
• Full-Time, Temporary Contract until April 2027

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 our team and shape high quality infectious disease care across Central Adelaide. You’ll guide complex patient care, strengthen infection control and share your expertise through teaching and research.

• Deliver expert inpatient and outpatient infectious disease care
• Guide complex cases through specialist consultation
• Strengthen infection control and hospital epidemiology
• Support safe antibiotic use and stewardship
• Teach, research and drive quality improvement

About You

You’ll bring specialist infectious disease expertise, sound judgement and a collaborative approach to patient care. We’re looking for:

• MBBS or equivalent with specialist registration
• Specialist qualifications in Infectious Diseases
• Strong clinical infectious disease and infection control skills
• Experience in teaching, research and clinical trials
• Commitment to quality, teamwork and adaptable care

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.
• 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
  •   948864 Consultant Infectious Diseases Role Description .pdf

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

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Applications close: 11:55 pm, Sunday, 13th September 2026
Job Ref: 948864

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

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