Senior Medical Practitioner

Description:

• Central Adelaide Local Health Network
• Mental Health Services, Woodville
• Salary MDP-4 $171,064 - $220,326 p.a. + Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Full-time permanent

Please be advised that for CALHN advertised vacancies (employed rather than locum), the Mental Health Clinical Program (MHCP) accepts invitations from individual applicants only. Applications through/from Medical Workforce Agencies will not be accepted. The CALHN MHCP will not accept any responsibility or liability for Medical Workforce Agency fees should the applicant be a member of, employed by, or contracted by a Medical Workforce Agency

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced mental health professional to deliver high-quality clinical services to patients, ensuring excellence in both individual care and multidisciplinary team collaboration. In this role, you will provide clinical leadership, guiding and supporting a team of healthcare professionals to achieve the best possible outcomes for patients. Your expertise will be crucial in shaping a compassionate, patient-centred approach to mental health care while upholding the highest standards of safety, quality, and clinical governance.

Beyond direct patient care, you will play an active role in mentoring and educating the next generation of healthcare professionals, including medical students, trainee medical officers, nurses, and allied health staff. Your contributions will extend to clinical audits, research initiatives, and ongoing professional development, ensuring continuous improvement in mental health services. If you are passionate about making a meaningful impact in mental health and thrive in a collaborative, learning-focused environment, we would love to hear from you.

About You

We are looking for a passionate and skilled mental health professional who is dedicated to delivering high-quality care and fostering a collaborative team environment. You will bring strong clinical expertise, leadership skills, and a commitment to continuous learning and improvement.

• Qualifications & Experience - MBBS or equivalent, AHPRA registration, and over 5 years of experience in mental health care.
• Clinical & Leadership Skills - Ability to work independently, supervise staff, and provide expert care in a multidisciplinary setting.
• Communication & Teamwork - Strong interpersonal skills, report-writing ability, and a commitment to patient-centred care.
• Knowledge & Innovation - Up-to-date understanding of mental health management, quality improvement, and research principles.

About CALHN

The Central Adelaide Local Health Network includes South's 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: 897409

Enquiries to:

Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Friday 11 April 2025

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

897409 RD Senior Medical Practitioner (1).pdf

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Flexibility Statement
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.