Medical Practitioners jobs in South Australia

Job no: 942275
Work type: Full time
Location: South East
Categories: Medical

Temporary | Full-Time
MDP2 | $99,707 - $158,523 p.a.
12% Superannuation | Leave Loading | Salary Sacrifice
Location: Mount Gambier & Districts Health Service.
About The Role

Applications are now open for the annual intake of PGY2+ Resident Medical Officers, with multiple positions available across Mount Gambier & Districts Health Service. This is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive regional health service where you'll gain broad clinical experience through a variety of rotations while working alongside experienced Consultants, Registrars and multidisciplinary teams. You'll provide high-quality patient care, contribute to continuous quality improvement, and further develop your clinical skills in an environment committed to education, collaboration and professional growth.

About You

You are an enthusiastic and compassionate Medical Practitioner looking to build your career within a supportive regional health service. You enjoy working collaboratively, are committed to delivering excellent patient care, and are eager to expand your clinical experience across a diverse range of specialties.

To succeed in the Resident Medical Officer role, you will:
Hold current General Registration with the Medical Board of Australia (AHPRA)*.

• Applicants must be registrable with the Medical Board of Australia as a Medical Practitioner with General Registration, Interns are welcome to apply upon satisfactory completion of their 12-month Internship.

Have successfully completed an accredited internship (PGY2 or above).
Demonstrate sound clinical knowledge, judgement and decision-making skills.
Work effectively within multidisciplinary teams and communicate confidently with patients, families and colleagues.
Hold full Australian working rights.
About the Resident Medical Officer Program

The Resident Medical Officer Program at Mount Gambier & Districts Health Service offers broad clinical exposure through a range of rotations, providing an excellent foundation for future specialty training. Working alongside experienced Consultants and Registrars, you'll be supported through ongoing supervision, education and professional development while delivering high-quality care to patients across the Limestone Coast.

About the Limestone Coast Local Health Network

The Limestone Coast Local Health Network (LCLHN) delivers essential health services to more than 67,000 people across South Australia's south-east, while also supporting communities in Western Victoria. With over 1,800 staff and approximately 250 volunteers, LCLHN is a major regional employer committed to safe, high-quality, and community-focused care.

Our services extend from the Victorian border to the iconic Limestone Coast, delivering acute, community, and aged care services across a diverse network of sites. Working at LCLHN means being part of an organisation that plays a vital role in the health and wellbeing of its communities.

Beyond the work, LCLHN offers an exceptional lifestyle in one of Australia's most liveable regional destinations, where professional impact is matched with genuine work–life balance.

Why the Limestone Coast Local Health Network?
Make a meaningful difference as a trusted and valued part of the community.
Enjoy relaxed, affordable living with access to beaches, national parks, and outdoor adventure.
Be part of a supportive, inclusive, and collaborative team culture.
Access professional development, education, and flexible working options.
Benefit from salary packaging, wellbeing initiatives and relocation support (where applicable).
Live midway between Adelaide and Melbourne, with the best of regional and city life

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Conditions of Employment
A current Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC) for employment involving unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups is required for this position.
A current Working With Children Check (WWCC) is required.
Current General Registration with the Medical Board of Australia (AHPRA) is essential.
Immunisation Risk for this position is Category A.
SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

The Limestone Coast Local Health Network is committed to building a flexible, diverse and inclusive culture, planning for and promoting diversity. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as well as diverse community groups and ages including LGBTQI+, people living with a disability and other diversity groups. The LCLHN recognises the benefits that such an approach brings for our staff and consumers in being an employer of choice.

Enquiries

For any enquiries, please feel free to contact the Medical Liaison Officer on (08) 8721 1286 or email Health.LCLHNMLO@sa.gov.au, quoting Job Ref: 942275.

Refer to the SA Health Career Website - How to apply for further information.

Applications to be submitted before 11:59pm (ACDT) Sunday 9 August 2026

Advertised: 09 Jul 2026 Cen. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 09 Aug 2026 Cen. Australia Standard Time