Casual Research Fellow/Registrar 2026, Colorectal Unit

• Central Adelaide Local Health Network, Adelaide
• Salary MOC-1 $69.04 per hour plus 25% casual leave loading
• Casual

About the Role

Join a dynamic and forward-thinking Colorectal Unit where your passion for clinical excellence, education and research will be highly valued. In this role, you will work under the supervision of the Head of Unit and senior consultant staff, actively contributing to ward rounds, covering casual fellow shifts, and supporting leave coverage. You'll become an integral part of a collaborative multidisciplinary team, fostering strong relationships with consultants and contributing to optimal patient care.

This position also offers the exciting opportunity to initiate and develop your own research projects, with support to undertake a higher degree in collaboration with the unit. In addition to your clinical duties, you’ll play a key role in the supervision and teaching of interns and medical students—making this an ideal role for someone looking to advance both their academic and clinical career in a supportive and high-performing environment.

About You

You are a skilled and compassionate medical professional with a strong surgical background, ready to contribute effectively within a busy colorectal unit. You communicate clearly, lead teams with confidence, and build respectful relationships with patients and colleagues alike.

• Qualified and Experienced – MBBS or equivalent, with clinical and surgical experience suited to the colorectal fellow role.

• Strong Leadership & Communication – Proven ability to supervise staff, coordinate medical services, and communicate effectively in diverse settings.

• Patient-Focused Approach – Demonstrates empathy, respect, and openness while promoting health and institutional goals.

• Well-Informed & Knowledgeable – Understands hospital systems, policies, and safety principles relevant to a large healthcare setting.

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.
• Professional Development: Opportunity to apply for reimbursement of eligible professional development activities, and access to dedicated leave for ongoing learning.
• 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.

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Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Friday 15 August 2025

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