SA Health
Job reference: 938183
Location: 5085 - NORTHFIELD
Job status: Ongoing
Eligibility: Open to Everyone
Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN)
- Location: Hampstead Rehabilitation Centre
- Salary: MD2 - Consultant / Senior Consultant
- $243,212 to $320,467 p.a. (pro rata) + Super + Salary Packaging
- Permanent part time role, working 29 hours per week
Make a Difference in Older Persons Care
Join CALHN's Care of the Older Person and Community Transition (COACT) team and make a meaningful difference, supporting older people from hospital to recovery. Work within the tranquil, leafy surrounds of Hampstead Rehabilitation Centre in a welcoming, team-focused environment.
Why Join Us?
- Deliver person-centred care across complex needs
- Support rehabilitation and safe care transitions
- Work in a strong multidisciplinary team
- Contribute to innovation and service improvement
At Central Adelaide (CALHN), we're shaping the future of health through clinical care, research and innovation. As South Australia's largest health network, we deliver exceptional healthcare - for our patients, our community, and our people.
Discover more about our people, our stories, and the opportunities to thrive with CALHN.
About the Role
Shape the future of geriatric care in a highly collaborative COACT service at Hampstead Rehabilitation Centre. Lead complex care, influence service design and deliver meaningful outcomes for older people awaiting aged care placement, while mentoring teams and driving quality.
- Lead expert care for complex geriatric patients
- Drive care plans and timely transition to aged care
- Mentor, support and review junior medical staff
- Partner with nursing, allied health and pharmacy leaders
- Influence service design, quality and safety outcomes
- Build strong links with referrers and external providers
About You
You're a respected clinician who brings clinical depth, curiosity and care to older persons health. You lead with clarity, build trust across teams, while delivering thoughtful, high quality, patient centred care.
- AHPRA registration as Specialist Geriatrician or GP
- FRACP Geriatrics or FRACGP or equivalent
- Experience across dementia, aged care and complex needs
- Confident leader who guides, mentors and builds teams
- Strong communicator with clinical insight
Why You'll Love It Here - CALHN benefits that matter
We know that a great career is about more than just the work you do, it's also about the support you receive.
- Boost your take-home pay - salary packaging up to $9,010 for living expenses + $2,650 for meals & entertainment + pre-tax super & novated lease options
- Grow and develop - professional development allowance and pathways
- Work together - strong multidisciplinary support and shared expertise
- Progress your career - recognition and opportunities across CALHN
- Balance your life - flexible work options available
- Stay well - leave loading, fitness discounts and flu vaccinations
- Feel supported - Employee Assistance Program for you and family
- Relocate with ease - up to $10,000 for eligible applicants
Diversity & 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
Curious about this role?
Connect with Sharon Manocchio, Project Officer
P: 0412 613 623
E: sharon.manocchio3@sa.gov.au
Apply Now
Applications close: 11:55 pm, Thursday 28th May 2026
Job Ref: 938183
Go to the SA Health Career Website for how to apply, and Australian and International applicant guidelines for more information
Recruitment agencies and third parties need not apply - we've got this covered.
Applications close: 28/05/2026 11:55 PM
Flexibility Statement
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.
CO-ACT GP or Geriatrician Consultant
