• Central Adelaide Local Health Network, Adelaide
• Salary  MDP-2  $89,253 - $144,291 p.a. + Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Full-time temporary up to 6 months 

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated and collaborative medical professional to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will provide supervised medical services to patients while supporting high standards of clinical care across the unit. You will contribute your clinical leadership to foster a team-based approach to service delivery, participating in multidisciplinary meetings and working alongside a committed group of health professionals. Your strong communication and organisational skills will ensure accurate documentation of patient care, timely discharge summaries, and the preparation of medical reports and written opinions.

In addition to direct patient care, you will play a vital role in medical education and professional development. This includes contributing to teaching and training programs for postgraduate doctors and other health professionals, as well as supporting ongoing clinical research initiatives within the hospital. This is a rewarding opportunity to influence patient outcomes, shape future clinicians, and be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking health care environment.

About You

You are a qualified and compassionate medical professional who thrives in a team environment and is committed to delivering excellence in patient care. You bring strong clinical expertise, excellent communication skills, and a focus on continual improvement.

• Registered with AHPRA and ideally hold a specialist qualification in Cardiothoracic Surgery

• Proven clinical skills in managing pre- and post-operative cardiothoracic surgical patients

• Strong communicator and collaborator with a commitment to quality care and teamwork

• Experience or interest in teaching, research, and ICU or intra-operative management is highly desirable

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.
• 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.
• 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: 907835

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Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Friday 18 July 2025

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

 907835 RD Cardiothoracic Surgery Registrar.pdf

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