Service Registrar

Northern Adelaide Local Health Network – Modbury SA Northern Adelaide Local Health Network – Lyell McEwin & Modbury Hospitals – Elizabeth Vale & Modbury Total Indicative Remuneration: $114,509 - $178,309 p.a. – MDP2 Temporary Full-Time, up to 1 February 2027 About the Role: The Northern Adelaide Local Health Network is seeking passionate and skilled Medical Practitioners to join our Division of Surgical Specialties and Anaesthesia. The Northern Adelaide Local Health Network (NALHN) is a leading provider of public healthcare services in South Australia. In this role, you will be placed across four units – Acute Surgical Unit (ASU), Modbury General Surgery, Port Pirie Regional Health Service and Alice Springs Hospital – and offered a combination of time on two of these units throughout the year, providing broad exposure to emergency and general elective surgery. You will work alongside renowned specialists whilst serving our diverse community with comprehensive surgical care. Monthly dedicated ASU Registrar teaching is offered by fellows and consultants. This role has been designed to prepare suitable candidates for application to general surgery training through exposure to a high volume of common general surgery presentations and operations. You will be expected to participate in research and quality improvement and undertake other courses and appropriate activities to further your surgical career goals. Opportunities for teaching, research publications and higher degrees can be discussed and supported. As per the SA Health Salaried Medical Officers Enterprise Agreement 2022, the total term of employment with SA Health will be 3 years. Rotations following the initial allocation as Medical Practitioner will be determined in line with your training and SA Health’s requirements. This may include transfer to other SA Health locations to perform work appropriate to classification, skills and capabilities. To be eligible for this position, you must hold a Bachelor of Medicine; Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) or equivalent, and be registrable with the Medical Board of Australia as a Medical Practitioner with General Registration. The Total Indicative Remuneration figure is calculated taking into account base salary, leave loading and superannuation as well as managerial allowances, professional development or any other allowances where appropriate. About You: Are you a dedicated, compassionate and enthusiastic Medical Practitioner looking for an opportunity to join a dynamic, growing healthcare network where you will be part of a supportive team delivering high quality care to the community? If so, this position offers professional growth opportunities within a supportive and inclusive culture. You will be part of a growing Local Health Network that provides an expanding suite of treatment modalities in contemporary, modern facilities. Apply now and contribute to life‑changing surgical outcomes whilst gaining invaluable experience in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment. About Adelaide: Adelaide is consistently recognised as a city that artfully combines its compact charm and world‑class cuisine with picturesque nature escapes. Ranked one of the worlds “Most Liveable Cities” and “Most Beautiful Cities”, Adelaide provides something for everyone combining a wonderful mix of nature with nearby beaches, rolling hills and wildlife and culinary delights with fine dining restaurants, award‑winning cafés, bustling food markets and booming boutique bars. Events like the LIV Golf, SANTOS Tour Down Under, Adelaide Fringe and the Adelaide Cabaret Festival add extra appeal to living here. About Us: The Northern Adelaide Local Health Network (NALHN) serves over 400,000 people in northern Adelaide with a comprehensive range of high‑quality medical services, including emergency, surgical, obstetric, neonatal, paediatric, oncology, geriatric, palliative care and rehabilitation, and mental health care. Recently, NALHN has upgraded its facilities and plans to expand further. The network provides primary health care with a focus on community health promotion and chronic disease management. With nearly 6,500 employees, NALHN emphasises quality care and a supportive work environment guided by respect, integrity, and accountability. Our core values foster excellence, innovation, and equitable health outcomes. At NALHN Everyone Has a Story, Everyone Matters, Everyone Contributes and Everyone Grows. Our Local Health Network Sites and Services: Lyell McEwin Hospital – The major hospital in the north and north‑east for emergency care, complex and multi‑day surgery, medicine, obstetrics, paediatrics and outpatient services. Modbury Hospital – A general hospital with emergency care, elective surgery, medicine, outpatient and sub‑acute services, rehabilitation, geriatric and palliative care. Benefits of working at NALHN: From salary packaging to flexible working arrangements, a large range of opportunities for movement and career progression, you’ll find there are lots of benefits of working with Northern Adelaide Local Health Network. Salary packaging is an option for saving money by paying for some of your everyday expenses from your salary before it is taxed. Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants from interstate or overseas. NALHN supports and fosters a culture in which employees feel they belong and feel safe at work. The culture aims to encourage all people to use their talents and to be valued and rewarded for their contributions. SA Health is 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, members of the LGBTIQA+SB community and people who live with disability and/or neurodivergence. We are committed to making workplace adjustments to provide a positive and supportive work environment. You are encouraged to let us know if have any support or access requirements during the recruitment process and beyond to ensure you can perform at your best. 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. Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check. Check(s): DHS Working With Children Check (WWCC) National Police Check (National Police Certificate) for general employment probity, vulnerable person‑related employment and aged care sector screening – apply to any of the accredited bodies approved to offer a service direct to the public. Accreditation is provided by the Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission. See our National Police Certificate accredited bodies page for links to lodge screening requests. Immunisation Risk for this position is Category A (direct contact with blood or body substances) SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Job Ref: Enquiries: NALHN Surgical Medical Admin Phone: 1*** E-mail: ***************@sa.gov.au Application Closing Date: 2 January 2026 – 11.55PM Role Description and Further Information: Refer to the SA Health Career Website – How to apply for further information. Be careful – Don’t provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. Don't transfer any money or complete suspicious online surveys. If you see something suspicious, report this job ad. #J-18808-Ljbffr