Central Adelaide Local Health Network, Adelaide Salary: MDP2 - $89,253 - $144,291 p.a. Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice Benefits Full Time, temporary up to 12 months About the Role As the Acute Surgical Unit, Trauma & Surgical Oncology Fellow, you will play a pivotal role in delivering advanced surgical care across acute general surgery, trauma, and surgical oncology within the Central Adelaide Local Health Network. Working closely with multidisciplinary teams, you will provide hands-on clinical leadership, contribute to high-quality surgical decision-making, and support the management of complex patient cases. This role also promotes active involvement in the supervision of junior staff and surgical trainees, ensuring excellence in education and patient care. The Department is committed to a model of care built on Quality Service, Value, and Innovation. As part of this philosophy, you will be encouraged to participate in research, continuous service improvement, and consumer-focused planning. This position provides a dynamic and supportive environment for expanding your expertise while contributing to surgical excellence in a high-acuity setting. About You You are a qualified and experienced medical practitioner with strong leadership, clinical, and communication skills. You are committed to delivering high-quality patient care while fostering positive working relationships and contributing to the effective operation of a large hospital setting. Hold an MBBS or equivalent degree registrable with the Medical Board of South Australia. Demonstrated ability to supervise staff, resolve complaints, and coordinate medical services within a hospital environment. Proven interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively, promote patient-centred care, and lead with empathy and respect. Sound knowledge of hospital systems, policies, and departmental functions, including OHS and Equal Opportunity principles. 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: 908037 Enquiries to: Melissa Murray Phone: 0412095899 E-mail: melissa.murray@sa.gov.au Application Closing Date 11:55 pm Friday 1st August 2025 Refer to the SA Health Career Website - How to apply for further information 908037 RD Surg T Fellow.pdf Australian applicant guidelines International applicant guidelines
