Overview
Limestone Coast Local Health Network, Mount Gambier and Districts Health Service
Indicative Total Remuneration*: MDP2 $96,569 to $153,533 p.a.
Temporary Full time position (3 years contract from commencement date)
Eligibility Open to Everyone
Join Our Team as a Non-Accredited Paediatric Registrar/Senior Resident Medical Officer!
At Limestone Coast Local Health Network, we are dedicated to enhancing the health and well-being of the South Australian community. We provide a comprehensive range of high-quality, accessible hospital services, promote community health, and foster healthy behaviours. We are committed to advancing teaching and research, ensuring practices reflect the latest in medical knowledge and care.
We are seeking a passionate non-accredited Paediatric Registrar/Senior Resident Medical Officer (SRMO) to join our team. In this role, you will provide care for patients and families in inpatient and outpatient settings, with a level of skill and autonomy aligned with Advanced Training in Paediatrics. Responsibilities include initial assessments of children, judicious use of investigations, managing ongoing care, and ensuring timely discharges with appropriate follow-up.
As a senior member of the Junior Medical Staff, you will develop clinical proficiency in caring for children with complex health challenges and navigate these situations in the context of each family and community support structures.
Your journey will include formally scheduled sessions and hands-on exposure to complex paediatric cases, including child protection issues, developmental challenges (Child Development Unit), paediatric psychiatric conditions, and rehabilitation. You'll gain insights into environmental factors affecting child health, such as nutrition and trauma care, while being prepared for urgent needs of acutely ill children, including neonates, as part of the Medstar Retrieval team.
Join us in making a significant impact on the lives of children and families in our community while advancing your medical career in a supportive and dynamic environment!
Key Responsibilities
* Accept clinical responsibility with diminishing supervision and ensure effective communication and counselling skills.
* Use diagnostic services with discretion while understanding ethical and legal issues in medical practice.
* Develop procedural skills for independent practice and manage patients under supervision.
* Notify senior staff of significant changes in patient conditions.
* Encourage thorough documentation in medical records and ensure your own documentation meets standards.
* Provide emotional support to patients' families and maintain communication with the healthcare team.
* Continuously update and extend your medical knowledge through clinical meetings and personal study.
What We're Looking For
* Must have a Bachelor of Medicine; Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) or equivalent, registrable with the Medical Board of Australia as a Medical Practitioner, in accordance with a recognized undergraduate medical program.
* Proven experience in basic computing skills, including email and word processing, essential for effective communication and documentation.
Why Join Us
* Make a real difference and feel like an important part of the community. Being part of the Limestone Coast Local Health Network means you will be supported both personally and professionally, can take advantage of education and training opportunities, will have access to flexible working hours and be part of an inter-professional approach to holistic health care.
* Team Culture: Supportive and inclusive team environment where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to contribute to improving the health of our community
* Access salary packaging benefits in addition to annual salary, superannuation, and leave loading – watch a short video about salary packaging.
* Relocation reimbursement of up to $13,000 may be available (see SA Health Careers - Relocation support for more information)
* Wellbeing initiatives: Supporting you with access to mental health resources, EAP, flexible work options, and wellbeing activities that promote balance, resilience, and a healthy workplace
Organisation & Living in the Region
Our Organisation
We serve a population of over 67,000 people in the Limestone Coast, as well as residents from Western Victoria. We employ over 1400 people, with 1.2% identifying as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and we are supported by about 600 volunteers.
The LCLHN delivers a wide range of health care services across the south-east of South Australia, from the Victorian border to the coastline. The region is known for wine, beaches and outdoor activities, offering a life and career in balance.
* Relaxed, affordable living with a strong sense of community.
* Access to safe beaches, fishing, sailing and surf.
* National parks, sporting facilities and outdoor adventures.
* Quality education facilities, including TAFE and University campuses.
* Diverse social activities, including sporting clubs, music, food and wine.
* Convenient location between Melbourne and Adelaide for easy access to major cities and regional living.
Further information about living and working in the LCLHN is available from Limestone Coast Local Health Network (LCLHN) | SA Health
Applicant Information
* Indicative Total Remuneration includes award salary, superannuation and leave loading
We are committed to making workplace adjustments to provide a positive and supportive work environment. If you have any support or access requirements during the recruitment process and beyond, please let us know 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 flexible working arrangements for this role.
Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and appropriate immunisation requirements.
Check(s)
* DHS Working With Children Check (WWCC)
* National Police Certificate (NPC) for employment involving unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups required for this position
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 the workplace.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
The Limestone Coast Local Health Network (LCLHN) is committed to building a flexible, diverse and inclusive culture that promotes diversity. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as well as diverse groups including LGBTQI+, people living with a disability and other diversity groups.
Job ref: 935704
Enquiries
LCLHN Medical Liaison OfficerE-mail: Health.LCLHNMLO@sa.gov.au
Application Closing Date
15 May 2026 - 4 week close - 11:55PM
Refer to the SA Health Career Website for how to apply.
Attachments
935704 - LCLHN Paediatric Registrar (Non-Accredited)_ SRMO - Role Description.pdf
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