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Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN)

• The Royal Adelaide Hospital 
• Total Indicative Remuneration Salary  MD-2   $367,430/$715,909 p.a.+ super + salary packaging
•  Temporary up to 19/2/27 and part-time working 18.75 hours per week

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

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Medical Consultant Specialist – Perioperative Medicine to join our dynamic team. In this newly established role, you will provide high-quality perioperative medical services with a focus on high-risk patients, supporting CALHN Perioperative Medicine Unit. You will play a key role in integrating perioperative care into a new and evolving model of care, ensuring excellence in clinical outcomes and continuity of patient management in line with CALHN and FRACP standards.

As part of this role, you will actively contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and training, support quality improvement initiatives, and engage in service planning and development. This is a unique opportunity to shape and lead perioperative care within a collaborative, multidisciplinary team committed to innovation and best practice.

About You

You're a dedicated and experienced medical professional with a strong foundation in perioperative care and a passion for delivering high-quality patient outcomes. You thrive in a collaborative environment and are committed to clinical excellence, continuous learning and patient-centred care.

1. Registered Medical Practitioner with RACP Fellowship or equivalent
2. Proven expertise in perioperative care and clinical decision-making
3. Strong communication skills and a collaborative, team-focused approach
4. Committed to quality improvement, teaching, and patient advocacy

Why You’ll Love It Here - CALHN benefits that matter
We know that a great career is about more than just the work you do, it’s also about the support you receive. At CALHN, you’ll enjoy :

• 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 - funding + study leave for growth opportunities
• Recognition & growth – celebrate success and explore opportunities across CALHN’s many sites
• Flexible work options – speak to us about flexibility options for this role to suit your lifestyle
• Paid leave – with leave loading for rest and recharge
• Health & fitness perks – discounted access to Fitness Passport & free flu vaccinations
• Wellbeing support – Employee Assistance Program for you & your family

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     928993 RD Immunology and Allergy, Consultant.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, Tuesday 17 February 2026
Job Ref: 928993

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