Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN)
* CNARTS – Central and Northern Adelaide Renal and Transplantation service, based at Royal Adelaide Hospital
* Total Indicative Remuneration Salary: MD02 - $379,474 - $740,150 p.a.Pro Rata (Subject to Private Practice Agreement)
* Multiple positions available – term details negotiable
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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.
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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
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About the Unit:
CNARTS Website -
Central and Northern Adelaide Renal Transplantation Service (CNARTS), based at the Royal Adelaide Hospital, performs the 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 The Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN), Northern Adelaide Local Health Network (NALHN) and Country LHNs. The unit is the largest renal unit in South Australia, and one of the largest in Australia. It undertakes the full range of nephrological services, including extensive outreach services to country SA and NT. CNARTS has a very 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 Post Fellow Education and Training (PFET) which is recognised by RACS and supports 2 registrar / fellow positions.
About the Role
Join 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 comes with a highly unique opportunity to hold 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 role
* Contribute to advanced renal transplant and dialysis access care
* Outreach to Northern Territory for transplant assessments
* Participation in organ donation and retrieval service
* Pancreas transplantation skills are desired but NOT essential
* Opportunity to contribute to general or other subspecialty surgical programs
* Manage transplant patients and clinical decision making
* Supervise and support junior doctors and trainees
* Drive teaching, research, audit and protocol design
* Partner with teams to deliver safe, efficient care
About You You 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 expertise
• Specialist registration eligible with the Medical Board of SA
• Advanced clinical skills in renal transplant and vascular access
• Proven leadership in multidisciplinary teams and clinical teaching
• Active involvement in research, audit and quality improvement
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. At CALHN, you'll enjoy :
* Salary packaging – up to $9,010 for living expenses + $2,650 for meals & entertainment + pre-tax super & novated lease options
* Relocation reimbursement - up to $10,000 (eligible applicants)
* Safe connections – be part of a culture of safety and connectivity, focusing on outcomes and continuous improvements
* Professional development - funding + study leave for growth opportunities
* Recognition & growth – celebrate success and explore opportunities across CALHN's many sites
* Flexible work options – speak to us about flexibility options for this role to suit your lifestyle
* Paid leave – with leave loading for rest and recharge
* Health & fitness perks – discounted access to Fitness Passport & free flu vaccinations
* Wellbeing support – Employee Assistance Program for you & your family
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
* Please refer to the role description for essential educational/vocational qualifications that may be required Renal Transplant Surgeon RD Feb to be added
* Appointment 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 person
* Dr Santosh Olakkengil (Acting Director of Renal and Transplant Surgery)
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Secondary contacts:
* Prof Toby Coates (Medical Director of Transplantation)
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* Prof Shilpa Jesudason (Head of Unit)
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Apply Now
Applications close: 11:55 pm, Wednesday 25th March 2026
Job Ref: 931665
Go to the SA Health Career Website for how to apply, and Australian and International applicant guidelines for more information
Please note that unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies or third parties will not be accepted for this position