Tuberculosis Fellow

Description:

• Central Adelaide Local Health Network, Adelaide
• Salary MDP-2 $89,253 - $144,291 p.a. + Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Full-time temporary from 2/2/26 up to 1/2/27

About the Role

This unique opportunity as a Tuberculosis Fellow offers a meaningful and hands-on role in the fight to eliminate tuberculosis in Aboriginal communities and vulnerable populations across South Australia. You will work as part of a dedicated team to deliver culturally safe and effective models of care, supporting individuals affected by TB with compassion and clinical excellence. The role includes fully supervised outreach clinics in remote areas and targeted support within greater Adelaide.

In addition to direct patient care, you will contribute to the broader public health and clinical activities of the SA Tuberculosis Program and the Department of Thoracic Medicine. This includes assisting in the development of tailored care strategies, participating in case management, and engaging with communities to support education and prevention efforts. This is a rewarding opportunity for a committed medical professional seeking to make a real difference in public health and community wellbeing.

About You

You are a dedicated and skilled medical professional passionate about making a difference in tuberculosis care, especially within Aboriginal and diverse communities. Your clinical expertise, cultural sensitivity, and commitment to quality healthcare will help drive positive outcomes in both clinical and public health settings.

• MBBS qualified and fellow or advanced trainee in respiratory or infectious diseases medicine

• Demonstrated clinical excellence in mycobacterial disease and experience in TB care and public health

• Strong cultural awareness with experience or willingness to work in remote Aboriginal communities

• Excellent communication, teamwork, and organisational skills with a commitment to ongoing professional development

About CALHN

At Central Adelaide (CALHN), we’re shaping the future of health through excellence in clinical care, research, and innovation. As South Australia’s largest health network, we deliver exceptional, safe and connected healthcare—for our patients, our community, and our people.

With more than 17,000 dedicated employees, every day at CALHN presents an opportunity to make a real impact—not because it’s expected, but because our values guide us to be our best.

Join us and be part of a team that’s driven by a commitment to a seamless safe and connected experience for all.

Find out more about our stories , our network, and the opportunities to be part of CALHN.

Benefit of Joining CALHN

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

• Salary Attractions: Flexible options for salary packaging covering living expenses, meal and entertainment allowances, and novated leasing.
• Professional Development: Opportunity to apply for reimbursement of eligible professional development activities, and access to dedicated leave for ongoing learning.
• Annual Leave: Enjoy paid recreation leave for essential rejuvenation, with leave loading applied.
• Flexible Work Arrangements: 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.
• Health and Fitness Benefits: Access to Fitness Passport, a discounted workplace health and fitness program available to CALHN staff and their families.
• Career Opportunities: Explore career growth within the SA Health system with opportunities for skill development and movement across various metropolitan and regional sites.
• Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counselling and support services are available via our Employee Assistance Program.

Join CALHN for a fulfilling career bolstered by comprehensive benefits and unwavering commitment to your success.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

CALHN is an Equal Opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, disability, all genders, and LGBTQI+ community.

Application Information:

• Please refer to the role description for essential educational/vocational qualifications that may be required.
• Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and compliant Immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.
• SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

Please note that unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies or third parti es will not be accepted for this position.

Job ref: 910837

Enquiries to:

Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Monday 18 August 2025

Refer to the SA Health Career Website - How to apply for further information

910837 RD Tuberculosis Fellow-.pdf

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