Consultant Nephrologist - CALHN (Port Augusta and Whyalla) 2025/2026
SA Health Job reference: 888543
Location: - VARIOUS -
Job status: Long Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone
Central Adelaide Local Health Network, Various locations Total Indicative Remuneration Salary MD-2 $365,798 - $713,692 p.a. (Subject to private practice agreement) Full-time temporary from 6/1/25 up to 30/6/26 (flexible, part-time, full-time position will be considered) About the Role As a Consultant Nephrologist, you will play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality, professional Nephrology services within the Central and Northern Adelaide Renal and Transplantation Service (CNARTS), working as an integral part of a large multidisciplinary team.
The role will be based in CNARTS but has specific responsibilities related to support of commissioned country renal services undertaken by CNARTS, in the regional centres including but not limited to Whyalla and Port Augusta. This includes time in the metropolitan parts of CNARTS service as well as outreach to regional centres.
This is a unique opportunity to enhance your professional development within one of Australia's leading Renal services while making a tangible difference to the lives of patients, both in urban and rural settings. Your role will be key in shaping the future of renal care, with a focus on collaboration, innovation, regional development and the highest standards of medical practice.
About You We are seeking a highly skilled Consultant Nephrologist who is dedicated to providing excellent patient care and contributing to the advancement of nephrology services. You will bring a wealth of experience and expertise to the role, working collaboratively within a large multidisciplinary team. Experience in outreach services will be highly valued.
Key Requirements: Vocational Qualifications: Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians in Nephrology (FRACP) or equivalent, and eligibility for registration as a Specialist with the Medical Board of Australia.
Clinical Expertise: Experience in nephrology, including CKD, dialysis, and transplant patient care, with a high level of knowledge in a renal unit within a major teaching hospital. Experience in regional care and telehealth is highly desirable.
Commitment to Professionalism: Strong focus on quality care, professional integrity, and ongoing professional development, including a commitment to research, teaching, clinical governance and quality improvement.
Leadership & Teamwork: Proven ability to lead and work within multidisciplinary teams, with experience in liaising with diverse groups and fostering culturally sensitive care, including for Indigenous communities.
About CALHN The Central Adelaide Local Health Network includes South Australia's major quaternary facility, the Royal Adelaide Hospital, The Queen Elizabeth Hospital, the Hampstead Rehabilitation Centre, and the Repat Health Precinct. We also deliver mental health services at Glenside Health Services and at a range of other locations across the metropolitan and regional areas.
We're looking for talented staff to join us and help us to shape the future of health through world-class care and world-class research and achieve our vision of being in the top 50 health services in the world and top 5 in Australia.
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: 888543 Enquiries to: Professor Shilpa Jesudason Head of Unit, CNARTS via Polina Marinov, Senior Administration Officer
Phone: 7074 2529
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Application Closing Date 11:55 pm Friday 27 December 2024
Refer to the SA Health Career Website - How to apply for further information
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