• Central Adelaide Local Health Network, Various locations    
• Salary  MDP-2  $89,253 - $144,291 p.a. (pro rata) + Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Full-time and part-time temporary positions      

Duration of the training program: 12 months 

Term of the Contract: 3 Years in line with clause 52 of the Salaried Medical Officers Enterprise Agreement

At the end of the training program, CALHN will work with the employee to find a suitable placement within SA Health for the remainder of the 3 year contract.                     

About the Role

We’re seeking a dedicated and passionate ICU Medical Practitioner to join our dynamic Intensive Care teams at The Queen Elizabeth Hospital (TQEH) and the Royal Adelaide Hospital (RAH). In this rewarding training role, you’ll play an important part in delivering high-quality Intensive Care services, working alongside a supportive and experienced multidisciplinary team. Guided by the principles of the College of Intensive Care Medicine, you'll contribute to patient-centred care while developing your clinical skills in a challenging and fulfilling environment.

This is more than just a clinical role, it is an opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking department committed to excellence in both teaching and research. You’ll be encouraged to actively engage in education and supervision, helping shape the next generation of critical care specialists, while also contributing to research initiatives that support innovation and evidence-based practice. If you’re ready to take the next step in your Intensive Care journey with mentorship, collaboration, and purpose, we’d love to hear from you.

About You

You’re a compassionate and motivated healthcare professional with a strong commitment to delivering high-quality patient care in a collaborative team environment. Your clinical knowledge, adaptability, and communication skills position you well for a rewarding role in Intensive Care.

• Registered or eligible for registration with AHPRA and have a minimum of two years’ post-graduate clinical experience.

• Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development, quality service delivery, and enthusiastic participation in all departmental activities.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams and engage with people from diverse cultural backgrounds.

• Proven ability to remain flexible, take direction, and contribute positively to both clinical outcomes and administrative responsibilities.

About CALHN

At Central Adelaide (CALHN), we’re shaping the future of health through excellence in 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.

With more than 17,000 dedicated employees, every day at CALHN presents an opportunity to make a real impact—not because it’s expected, but because our values guide us to be our best.

Join us and be part of a team that’s driven by a commitment to a seamless safe and connected experience for all.

Find out more about our stories , our network, and the opportunities to be part of CALHN.

Benefit of Joining CALHN

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

• Salary Benefits: Enjoy flexible salary packaging options, including up to $9,010 each FBT year for living expenses (such as mortgage, rent, utilities and groceries) plus an additional $2,650 for meal and entertainment expenses.
• Professional Development: Opportunity to apply for reimbursement of eligible professional development activities, and access to dedicated leave for ongoing learning.
• Annual Leave: Enjoy paid recreation leave for essential rejuvenation, with leave loading applied.
• Health and Fitness Benefits: Access to Fitness Passport, a discounted workplace health and fitness program for you and your family, plus an annual voluntary flu vaccination to support your wellbeing.
• Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counselling and support services for you and your family via our Employee Assistance Program.
• Flexible Work Arrangements: The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
• Employee Recognition: Join a workplace where our people are celebrated through awards for innovation, collaboration, and outstanding contributions to health.
• Career Opportunities: Explore career growth within the SA Health system with opportunities for skill development and movement across various metropolitan and regional sites.

Join CALHN for a fulfilling career bolstered by comprehensive benefits and unwavering commitment to your success.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

CALHN is an Equal Opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, disability, all genders, and LGBTQI+ community.

Application Information:

• Please refer to the role description for essential educational/vocational qualifications that may be required.
• Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and compliant Immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.
• SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

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

Job ref:  913579

Enquiries to:

Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Thursday 27 August 2026

Refer to the SA Health Career Website - How to apply for further information

 913579 RD TQEH.pdf

 913579 RD RAH.pdf

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