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OverviewCNARTS Central and Northern Adelaide Renal and Transplantation service, based at Royal Adelaide HospitalTotal Indicative Remuneration Salary: MD02 - $379,474 AUD - $740,150 AUD p.a. Pro Rata (Subject to Private Practice Agreement)Multiple positions available term details negotiableAdelaide, Australia has recently been recognised as a city that artfully combines its compact charm and world-class cuisine with picturesque nature escapes, earning a nod from the Wall Street Journal as possibly the coolest city in Australia. Ranked one of the worlds Most Liveable Cities, Adelaide is a culinary playground with a mix of fine dining restaurants, awardwinning cafes, bustling food markets and boutique bars.We are looking for an experienced Transplant Surgeon to take the next step in their career by joining our Royal Adelaide Hospital Team / Central Adelaide Local Health Network Team.Applicants are strongly encouraged to speak with the Program leadership for more information about this role. Contact details can be found below.Grow Your Medical Career With UsJoin CALHNs 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 servicesAdvance your skills through structured learning and developmentBenefit from supportive teams and dedicated non-clinical timeMake a real impact delivering safe and connected compassionate careFind out more about CALHN sites and services, our stories and the opportunities to be part of CALHN.About the UnitCNARTS Website - and Northern Adelaide Renal Transplantation Service (CNARTS), based at the Royal Adelaide Hospital, performs kidney, pancreas and islet transplants for South Australia and the Northern Territory. Kidney transplants number up to 100 each year, including a large proportion of transplants in First Nations Australians. This also includes 20-30 live donor transplants each year, with a vision to expand the living donor program in the future. The transplant team contributes to dialysis access surgery for a population of approximately 900 dialysis patients across CALHN, NALHN and Country LHNs. CNARTS is the largest renal unit in South Australia and one of the largest in Australia, undertaking the full range of nephrological services, including extensive outreach services to country SA and NT. The unit has a strong culture of research, teaching/training, contributions to the Adelaide University and to professional societies. The surgical program is accredited by the GSA for transplant training for PFET and supports two registrar/fellow positions.About the RoleJoin CALHN as a Renal Transplant Surgeon and lead high-quality transplant care across a complex tertiary network. You will contribute to the transplant surgical on-call roster, retrieval roster, dialysis access surgery, surgical audit and governance activities and clinical research. This position also offers a hybrid role between CNARTS and non-transplant surgical services, depending on candidate preferences and skill set. There is also opportunity to pursue private practice within and outside of CALHN.Duties of the roleContribute to advanced renal transplant and dialysis access careOutreach to Northern Territory for transplant assessmentsParticipation in organ donation and retrieval servicePancreas transplantation skills are desired but NOT essentialOpportunity to contribute to general or other subspecialty surgical programsManage transplant patients and clinical decision makingSupervise and support junior doctors and traineesDrive teaching, research, audit and protocol designPartner with teams to deliver safe, efficient careAbout YouYou are a highly skilled transplant surgeon ready to lead complex care, teach others and shape best practice across a major teaching network. Please see Role Description for full list of eligibility criteria.Specialist transplant qualifications with renal transplant expertiseSpecialist registration eligible with the Medical Board of SAAdvanced clinical skills in renal transplant and vascular accessProven leadership in multidisciplinary teams and clinical teachingActive involvement in research, audit and quality improvementWhy Youll Love It Here - CALHN benefits that matterWe know that a great career is about more than just the work you do, its also about the support you receive. At CALHN, youll enjoy:Salary packaging up to $9,010 AUD for living expenses + $2,650 AUD for meals & entertainment + pre-tax super & novated lease optionsRelocation reimbursement - up to $10,000 AUD (eligible applicants)Safe connections be part of a culture of safety and connectivity, focusing on outcomes and continuous improvementsProfessional development - funding + study leave for growth opportunitiesRecognition & growth celebrate success and explore opportunities across CALHNs many sitesFlexible work options speak to us about flexibility options for this role to suit your lifestylePaid leave with leave loading for rest and rechargeHealth & fitness perks discounted access to Fitness Passport & free flu vaccinationsWellbeing support Employee Assistance Program for you & your familyDiversity & InclusionWere 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 InformationPlease refer to the role description for essential educational/vocational qualifications that may be requiredAppointment will be subject to satisfactory Criminal History Clearances and compliant immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.Curious about this role?We strongly encourage interested persons to discuss the position with our leadership team before applying.Primary contact personDr Santosh Olakkengil (Acting Director of Renal and Transplant Surgery)E: [email protected]: (08) 7074 2529Secondary contactsProf Toby Coates (Medical Director of Transplantation)E: [email protected] Shilpa Jesudason (Head of Unit)E: [email protected] NowApplications close: 11:55 pm, Wednesday 25th March 2026Job Ref: 931665Go to the SA Health Career Website for how to apply, and Australian and International applicant guidelines for more information.Note: unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies or third parties will not be accepted for this position. #J-18808-Ljbffr