State Medical Director - DonateLife SA

SA Health; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 421,000 - 563,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging options

Professional development allowances

Paid teaching time

Job summary

SA Health's Central Adelaide Local Health Network invites applications for the State Medical Director role at Royal Adelaide Hospital. This 3-year temporary, part-time appointment (11.25 hours/week) offers a unique opportunity to lead DonateLife SA's clinical direction and shape organ and tissue donation across the hospital.

You will drive clinical improvement, collaborate with hospital and transplant teams, deliver national program priorities, and champion education and best practice.

Qualifications

• Hold current AHPRA registration and CICM Fellowship.
• Demonstrate leadership in clinical improvement and organ donation.
• Bring experience in teaching, medical ethics and end-of-life care.
• Communicate effectively and build strong stakeholder relationships.
• Lead change, manage priorities and deliver critical timeframes.

Responsibilities

• Lead DonateLife SA’s clinical direction and help shape the future of organ and tissue donation across the Royal Adelaide Hospital.
• Drive safe, high quality and sustainable donation services.
• Build strong links across DonateLife, hospital and transplant teams.
• Deliver national program priorities and funding commitments.
• Champion service integration, education and clinical best practice.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical direction

Organ donation

Stakeholder management

Teaching

End-of-life care

Education

AHPRA registration

CICM Fellowship

Job description

Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN)•Royal Adelaide Hospital, Adelaide CBD•MD02 $421,407 / $562,695 p.a. ( adjusted to actual hours worked ) Total Indicative Remuneration Salary + Salary Sacrifice Benefits + Large Unit Managerial Allowance•Temporary, Part-Time Role – 11.25 hours per week – 3 Year Contract

Grow Your Medical Career With Us Join CALHN’s exceptional medical team and play a vital role in shaping the future of health through innovation, collaboration and world-class care.

• Work across diverse clinical specialties and services
• Advance your skills through structured learning and development
• Benefit from supportive teams and dedicated non-clinical time
• Make a real impact delivering safe and connected compassionate care

At CALHN, every voice matters. We prioritise the safety of our staff and patients, and staying connected across teams to deliver a seamless patient journey through our Safe and Connected Operating Model. Find out more about CALHN sites and services , our stories and the opportunities to be part of CALHN.

About the Role

Lead DonateLife SA’s clinical direction and help shape the future of organ and tissue donation across the Royal Adelaide Hospital.

• Lead clinical improvement and donation outcomes
• Drive safe, high quality and sustainable donation services
• Build strong links across DonateLife, hospital and transplant teams
• Deliver national program priorities and funding commitments
• Champion service integration, education and clinical best practice

About You

• Hold current AHPRA registration and CICM Fellowship
• Demonstrate leadership in clinical improvement and organ donation
• Bring experience in teaching, medical ethics and end-of-life care
• Communicate effectively and build strong stakeholder relationships
• Lead change, manage priorities and deliver critical timeframes

Benefits of joining CALHN

At CALHN, we're dedicated to your career satisfaction and wellbeing, offering tailored benefits for healthcare professionals, including:

• Make your money go further: salary packaging up to $9,010 for living expenses + $2,650 for meals and entertainment + pre-tax super and novated lease options
• Professional development: Receive allowances of up to $8,500 along with additional dedicated leave for advancing your skills and career
• Priority Training: Dedicated, protected, and paid teaching time
• Employment Guidance: Comprehensive support for requirements like working visas and medical registration
• Recognition and growth: celebrate success and explore opportunities across CALHN’s many sites
• Generous Leave: Enjoy paid annual/recreation leave each year plus professional development leave
• Health, fitness and wellbeing support: Fitness Passport access and the Employee Assistance Program for you and your family

Diversity and Inclusion

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe, respected, and supported.

• We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, culturally diverse backgrounds, and LGBTQIA+ communities.

Application Information

• Please refer to the role description for essential educational/vocational qualifications that may be required 939602 State Medical Director RD.pdf
• Appointment will be subject to satisfactory Criminal History Clearances and compliant immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.