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• Central Adelaide Local Health Network
• The Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Woodville
• Salary  AHP-2  $88,255 - $102,240 p.a. (pro rata)+ Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Permanent part-time working up to 30 hours per week 

About the Role

Join our multidisciplinary Pain Management Unit (PMU), where you’ll work alongside Pain Medicine Physicians, Rehabilitation Physicians, Psychiatrists, Physiotherapists, Nurses, Pharmacists and dedicated administrative staff. As a Psychologist within the PMU, you will conduct comprehensive assessments and design tailored intervention programs for individuals living with pain and their families. Your work will primarily focus on outpatient care, offering both individual and group therapy to support patients on their journey to improved wellbeing.

This role offers a unique opportunity to collaborate closely with a range of health professionals to provide holistic care. You will also contribute to patient education programs and actively support consumer representatives, helping to enhance the patient experience. If you are passionate about making a real difference in the lives of people managing chronic pain, we invite you to become a valued member of our team.

About You

You are a skilled Psychologist with a passion for delivering specialised psychological care within a multidisciplinary healthcare setting. You bring strong clinical skills, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to improving patient outcomes through evidence-based interventions.

• General registration with the Psychology Board of Australia, with a preference for a Master's degree (or higher) in Clinical or Health Psychology

• Proven ability to design, implement and evaluate individual, group and family psychological interventions

• Experience working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams and applying clinical problem-solving skills

• Knowledge of health-related impacts on individuals and families, with understanding of relevant legislation and workplace standards

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 Attractions: Flexible options for salary packaging covering living expenses, meal and entertainment allowances, and novated leasing.
• Annual Leave: Enjoy paid recreation leave for essential rejuvenation, with leave loading applied.
• 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.
• Health and Fitness Benefits: Access to Fitness Passport, a discounted workplace health and fitness program available to CALHN staff and their families.
• Career Opportunities: Explore career growth within the SA Health system with opportunities for skill development and movement across various metropolitan and regional sites.
• Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counselling and support services are available via our Employee Assistance Program.

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: 906045

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Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Friday 4 July 2025

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

 907066 RD Clinical-Health-Psychologist Pain Management Unit.pdf

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