Infectious Diseases Consultant

MedicalJobsAustralia.com Infectious Diseases Consultant

Job no: 948864

Work type: Full time

Located in: Adelaide CBD

Categories: Allied and Scientific Health, Medical

Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN)

Infectious Disease Unit - Royal Adelaide Hospital, Adelaide CBD

Total Indicative Remuneration Salary MD-2 $378,427 - $490,911 p.a. (pro rata) (Subject to private practice agreement) + Salary Sacrifice

Full-Time, Temporary Contract until April 2027

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

Find out more about CALHN sites and services, our stories and the opportunities to be part of CALHN

About the Role

Join our team and shape high quality infectious disease care across Central Adelaide. You'll guide complex patient care, strengthen infection control and share your expertise through teaching and research.

Deliver expert inpatient and outpatient infectious disease care

Guide complex cases through specialist consultation

Strengthen infection control and hospital epidemiology

Support safe antibiotic use and stewardship

Teach, research and drive quality improvement

About You

You'll bring specialist infectious disease expertise, sound judgement and a collaborative approach to patient care. We're looking for:

MBBS or equivalent with specialist registration

Specialist qualifications in Infectious Diseases

Strong clinical infectious disease and infection control skills

Experience in teaching, research and clinical trials

Commitment to quality, teamwork and adaptable care

Benefits of joining CALHN:

At CALHN, we're dedicated to your career satisfaction and wellbeing, offering tailored benefits for healthcare professionals, including:

Salary packaging - up to $9,010 for living expenses + $2,650 for meals & entertainment + pre-tax super & novated lease options

Professional development - Receive allowances of up to $8,500 along with additional dedicated leave for advancing your skills and career.

Expert Mentorship: Work under the guidance of experienced consultant supervisors to support your career progression.

Priority Training: Dedicated, protected, and paid teaching time available for ACEM Trainees and Resident Medical Officers.

Employment Guidance: Comprehensive support for requirements like working visas and medical registration.

Generous Leave: Enjoy paid annual-recreation leave each year plus professional development leave

Flexible work options - speak to us about flexibility options for this role to suit your lifestyle

Health, fitness and wellbeing support- Fitness Passport access and the Employee Assistance Program for you and your family

Recognition & growth - celebrate success and explore opportunities across CALHN's many sites

Diversity & InclusionWe'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

Please refer to the role description for essential educational-vocational qualifications that may be required 948864 Consultant Infectious Diseases Role Description .pdf

Appointment will be subject to satisfactory Criminal History Clearances and compliant immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.

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Apply Now Applications close:11:55 pm,Sunday, 13th September 2026Job Ref:948864

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Advertised: 29 Aug 2026 Cen. Australia Standard Time

Applications close: 13 Sep 2026 Cen. Australia Standard Time

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