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National Lung Cancer Screening Program Respiratory Consultant

Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN)

• The Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Woodville South SA 5011 | Respiratory Medicine

• Temporary part-time, 18.75 hours per week (0.5 FTE), seven-day roster, to 30 June 2027

• MD2 – $366,927 to $490,911 p.a. (adjusted to actual hours worked) Total Indicative Remuneration + Salary Sacrifice Benefits

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

Join The Queen Elizabeth Hospital’s National Lung Cancer Screening Program and help patients access timely respiratory assessment and care. Bring your expertise in nodule management and respiratory procedures to a multidisciplinary team committed to high quality care.

• Assess lung cancer screening referrals and manage nodules
• Provide respiratory care, ward services and on call support
• Perform respiratory procedures and guide clinical decisions
• Supervise and teach medical trainees and students
• Support research, referral data and service improvement

About You

To be successful in this role you will:

• Hold an MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
• Hold specialist qualifications and meet registration criteria
• Bring respiratory practice and procedural expertise
• Communicate clearly and work well across clinical teams
• Supervise and teach staff and contribute to quality care

Appropriate specialist qualifications and eligibility for specialist registration with the Medical Board of Australia, or another qualification as defined in the SA Medical Officers Award, are required. Proficiency in diagnostic bronchoscopy and other interventional procedures is preferred.

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: Access allowances of up to $8,500 and dedicated leave to advance 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

• Appointment is subject to satisfactory Criminal History Clearances and compliant immunisation screening as indicated in the role description. This role is classified as Immunisation Risk Category A.

Curious about this role?

Connect with Jonathan Polasek, Head of Unit, Respiratory and Sleep Medicine, TQEH
Telephone: (08) 8222 6670
Email: Jonathon.Polasek@sa.gov.au

Apply Now

Applications close: 11:55 pm, Sunday 1 November 2026
Job Ref: 952223

Go to the SA Health Career Website for how to apply, and Australian and International applicant guidelines for more information

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