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Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN) – Orthopaedic Arthroplasty Fellow 2027–2028

• The Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Woodville SA 5011 | Orthopaedics and Trauma

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

• Full time, 38 hours per week

• Fellowship placement: 1 July 2027 to 30 June 2028

• Participation in the after-hours roster required

Term of the contract: Three 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 help find a suitable placement within SA Health for the remainder of the three-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, connected and compassionate care

At Central Adelaide (CALHN), we’re shaping the future of health through 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. Discover more about our people, our stories and the opportunities to thrive with CALHN.

About the Role

Develop your lower limb arthroplasty experience with TQEH’s Orthopaedics and Trauma team. Work alongside consultant surgeons to deliver patient care, mentor junior doctors and contribute to teaching, clinical review and research.

• Manage inpatient and outpatient care with consultant support

• Coordinate care with surgical and multidisciplinary teams

• Supervise and mentor interns and resident medical officers

• Contribute to postgraduate teaching and clinical review

• Develop research initiatives and improve quality of care

About You

To be successful in this role you will:

• Hold an MBBS or equivalent eligible for AHPRA registration

• Bring experience in lower limb arthroplasty

• Demonstrate experience supervising junior medical staff

• Communicate with empathy and build effective relationships

• Apply sound clinical judgement and resolve problems

Benefits of Joining CALHN

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

• Make your pay go further with salary packaging and novated lease options

• Build your skills through professional development opportunities

• Learn alongside experienced consultant supervisors

• Contribute to postgraduate teaching and departmental learning

• Develop your clinical and research interests within orthopaedics

• Explore opportunities for recognition and growth across CALHN

• Access paid recreation leave and applicable professional development leave

• Access fitness benefits with family membership options

• Access confidential wellbeing support for you and your family

Diversity and 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 full duties and essential requirements: 953220 – RD for TQEH Orthopaedic Arthroplasty Fellow 2027–2028.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 Nicole Smith, Business Consultant.

P: (08) 8222 6989
E: nicole.smith2@sa.gov.au

Apply Now

Applications close: 11:55 pm, Wednesday 18 November 2026
Job Ref: 953220

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

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