General Medicine - Registrar - 2027 - CALHN (RAH &TQEH)

Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN)

• Various Locations
• Salary  MDP-2  $99,707 - $158,523  p.a.+ super + salary packaging
•  Full-time temporary from 1/2/27 up to 27/1/30

Term of the Contract: 3 years (in line with clause 55 of the Salaried Medical Officers Enterprise Agreement).  At the end of the training program, CALHN will work with the employee to assist find a suitable placement within SA Health for the remainder of the 3-year contract, if necessary.

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

At CALHN, every voice matters. We prioritise the safety of our staff and patients, and staying connected across teams to deliver a seamless patient journey through our Safe and Connected Operating Model.

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About the Role

You will be responsible for managing the care of all patients allocated to your team within a specific General Medical Unit at either the Royal Adelaide Hospital or The Queen Elizabeth Hospital. This will be achieved in consultation with the responsible Junior Staff, Consultants, Nurses and Allied Health professionals. Maintaining a high standard of medical care for inpatients and outpatients, you will keep readily accessible records of patient care and bring any doubts or concerns to the attention of the Consultant. If in a registrar position, you will be required to lead the Medical Emergency Response Team, servicing all inpatients in the hospital. You will be required to liaise with the Emergency Department regarding inpatient admissions. You will provide effective and accurate clinical handovers at the change of daily shifts and at the change of a clinical attachment, and commence discharge planning at the earliest opportunity. As part of your role, you will actively contribute to Continuous Quality Improvement activities and continuing education activities.

The new Royal Adelaide Hospital is the largest hospital in South Australia, providing world class health care and facilities. The most advanced hospital in Australia, the new RAH is the cornerstone of the reformed SA Health system. The Queen Elizabeth Hospital (TQEH) is a 311 bed, acute care teaching hospital that provides inpatient, outpatient, emergency and mental health services to a population of more than 250,000 people living primarily in Adelaide’s Western suburbs.  

About you

To thrive in this role, you’ll bring sound clinical skills, a collaborative approach and a commitment to quality patient care.

• Medical degree and eligibility for registration with AHPRA
• Experience managing patients in a General Medical Unit
• Strong communication and multidisciplinary teamwork skills
• Commitment to quality improvement and medical education
• Ability to supervise and support medical students and Interns

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

• Make your money go further: salary packaging up to $9,010 for living expenses + $2,650 for meals and entertainment + pre-tax super and novated lease options
• Relocation reimbursement: up to $10,000 (eligible applicants)  
• Visa Sponsorship: CALHN can sponsor both Training (407) and Temporary Skill Shortage (482) visas
• Professional development: Receive allowances of up to $8,500 along with additional dedicated leave for advancing your skills and career
• Expert Mentorship: Work under the guidance of experienced consultant supervisors to support your career progression.
• Priority Training: Dedicated, protected, and paid teaching time
• Employment Guidance: Comprehensive support for requirements like working visas and medical registration
• Recognition and growth: celebrate success and explore opportunities across CALHN’s many sites
• Generous Leave: Enjoy paid annual/recreation leave each year plus professional development leave

• Health, fitness and wellbeing support: Fitness Passport access and the Employee Assistance Program for you and your family

Diversity and 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    947936 rd General Medicine - Registrar - 2027 - CALHN (RAH &TQEH).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, Friday 18 September 2026

Job Ref:  947936

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