CALHN Emergency Department– ED Junior Doctors and Registrars

CALHN Emergency Department– ED Junior Doctors and Registrars

Job no: ******
Work type: Full time
Location: Various
Categories: Medical

CALHN Emergency Department– Junior Doctors, Trainees and Registrars

Job no: ******
Work type: Full time
Location: The Royal Adelaide Hospital and The Queen Elizabeth Hospital
Categories: Medical

• Central Adelaide Local Health Network
• The Royal Adelaide Hospital and The Queen Elizabeth Hospital
• Salary MDP-2 (Junior Doctor) $89,253 - $144,291 p.a. pro rata
• Full-time and temporary: For intakes starting August 2026 and February 2027
• Term of the Contract: from 12 months up to 3 years in line with clause 52 of the Salaried Medical Officers Enterprise Agreement

Why not join South Australia’s largest health network and experience the excitement of Emergency Medicine in Central Adelaide while embracing everything this vibrant region has to offer?

About Adelaide, South Australia:

Ranked as one of the world's "Most Liveable Cities," Adelaide is a true culinary paradise, boasting fine dining restaurants, award-winning cafes, bustling food markets, and boutique bars. South Australia is proud to be home to 18 wine regions and is officially recognized as a Great Wine Capital of the World.

With a world-class calendar of festivals and events spanning the entire year, South Australia truly lives up to its title as the "Festival State." From celebrations of culinary excellence to Australia’s biggest cycling race, international sporting debuts, and the world’s second-largest arts festival, there’s always something extraordinary happening.

About the Role:

Are you passionate about delivering exceptional care in a dynamic, fast-paced environment? As a Medical Officer (Junior Doctor, Trainee or Registrar), you’ll play a vital role in ensuring safe, high-quality clinical services for our patients. With a supportive team environment, Medical Officers benefit from consultant expertise on-site for 16 hours daily and available on-call overnight. Through CALHN you’ll also have the opportunity to pursue the internationally recognised ACEM Associate Training Program via the Australasian College for Emergency Medicine. Whether at the RAH or QEH, this is your chance to make a tangible impact while building a rewarding career in emergency care.

About CALHN:

At the Royal Adelaide Hospital (RAH), you will work at the state’s largest teaching hospital and major trauma centre, treating over 1,700 trauma patients annually—25% with serious injuries. As one of the busiest trauma centres in the southern hemisphere, the RAH serves a vast catchment area that includes all of South Australia and parts of neighbouring states. Eligible trainees will gain invaluable experience through rotations in the renowned Trauma Service, with opportunities to further specialise in the cutting-edge field of Toxicology.

At The Queen Elizabeth Hospital (QEH), located just minutes from Adelaide’s CBD, you’ll practise in a state-of-the-art emergency department that manages a diverse case mix of acute, paediatric, and gynaecological presentations.

Benefits 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: Receive allowances of up to $8,500 along with additional dedicated leave for advancing your skills and career.
• Relocation Support: Up to $10,000 reimbursement of approved relocation expenses for transitioning to CALHN, for eligible applicants. Further information can be found here.
• Visa Sponsorship: CALHN can sponsor both Training (407) and Temporary Skill Shortage (482) visas.
• Expert Mentorship: Work under the guidance of experienced consultant supervisors to support your career progression.
• Generous Leave: Enjoy 5 weeks of paid annual/recreation leave each year plus professional development leave
• Priority Training: Dedicated, protected, and paid teaching time available for ACEM Trainees and Resident Medical Officers.
• Employment Guidance: Comprehensive support for requirements like working visas and medical registration.
• 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.

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.

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Enquiries to:

Name: Maninder Kaur (Mandy)

Email: ***********************************

Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Thursday, 7 January 2027

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

****** Emergency MDP2 RMO Role Description.pdf

****** Emergency MDP2 Registrar Role Description.pdf

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Advertised: 07 Jan 2026 Cen. Australia Daylight Time
Applications close: 07 Jan 2027 Cen. Australia Daylight Time

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