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State Medical Director | DonateLife SA
Job no: 939602
Work type: Part time
Located in: Adelaide CBD
Categories: Medical
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.
You will:
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
To be successful in this role you will:
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 InclusionWe'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.
Curious about this role?Connect with Dr Andrew Lavender, Medical Director Critical Care & Perioperative Services
P: 7074 1257
E: Andrew.Lavender@sa.gov.au
Apply Now Applications close:11:55 pm,Sunday 11th October 2026Job Ref:939602
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Advertised: 25 Sep 2026 Cen. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 11 Oct 2026 Cen. Australia Daylight Time
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