Consultant Anaesthetist

**Job no**: 910399
**Work type**: Full time
**Location**: Adelaide Metro Western
**Categories**: Medical
- **Central Adelaide Local Health Network**:

- **The Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Woodville**:

- **Total Indicative Remuneration Salary MD-2 $416,551 - $698,173 p.a. (Subject to private practice agreement)**:

- **Permanent, temporary, full-time and part-time available.**:

- **Must be willing to participate in an on-call roster across 7 days**

Adelaide has recently been recognised as a city that artfully combines its compact charm and world-class cuisine with picturesque nature escapes, earning a delightful nod from the Wall Street Journal as being possibly the coolest city in Australia. Ranked one of the worlds “Most Liveable Cities”, Adelaide is a culinary playground with a delicious mix of fine dining restaurants, award-winning cafes, bustling food markets and booming boutique bars.

**About the Role**

We are seeking a skilled Consultant Anaesthetist to provide exceptional patient care within a multidisciplinary team, ensuring the highest clinical standards. You will play a key role in delivering anaesthetic services in line with regional, hospital, and departmental policies, while upholding the professional guidelines of the Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists. Your expertise will contribute to safe, effective, and compassionate care for patients across a variety of clinical settings.

As part of this dynamic role, you will actively mentor and teach medical trainees, interns, and students, sharing your knowledge with the next generation of healthcare professionals. You will also participate in clinical audits, quality assurance initiatives, and risk management activities to drive continuous improvement. Additionally, we encourage your involvement in research and ongoing medical education to support your professional growth and further enhance our team’s capabilities.

**About You**

We are looking for a highly skilled Consultant Anaesthetist who is committed to providing exceptional patient care and contributing to a collaborative clinical environment. You will bring your expertise in anaesthesia, along with a passion for teaching and continuous professional development.
- **Specialist Qualifications**: Fellow of the Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists (ANZCA) or equivalent, with registration as a Specialist with AHPRA.
- **Clinical Excellence**: Demonstrated expertise in anaesthesia and a commitment to high-quality patient care, both in and out of hours.
- **Team Collaboration**: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team and communicate clearly with all levels of staff.
- **Professional Growth**: Dedication to personal and professional development, with active involvement in continuing medical education and quality improvement activities.

**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.
- **Relocation Support**: Up to $10,000 reimbursement of approved relocation expenses for transitioning to CALHN, for eligible applicants. Further information can be found here.
- **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.

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