Head of Unit - Emergency Department - Whyalla Hospital

• Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network – Whyalla
• MD2 | Part Time 0.4 FTE | Ongoing
• Additional 0.6 FTE for Clinical Shifts Available
• Indicative Total Remuneration: $174,377 - $272,490 (Subject to Private Practice Arrangements)

Join us as Head of Unit – Emergency Department and lead clinical services at Whyalla Hospital!

Discover the Flinders and Upper North - Where Lifestyle Meets Opportunity

Imagine living where your commute is short, your weekends are long, and your backyard is filled with breathtaking landscapes. The Flinders and Upper North region offers a lifestyle that blends career growth with endless adventure.

Here, you’ll have more time for what matters most - whether that’s exploring the rugged beauty of the Flinders Ranges, enjoying time on the water, connecting with friends, or simply embracing the serenity of regional living. With access to quality public and private schools, plus tertiary education options, this is an ideal place to raise a family and build a future.

Your Career. Your Impact.

When you join us, you’re not just taking a job - you’re becoming part of a supportive, welcoming team committed to improving the health and wellbeing of our communities. You’ll work across discipline-specific and multi-disciplinary teams, gaining experience in diverse settings that challenge and inspire you. We invest in your future through continuing education and professional development opportunities, so you can grow your skills and advance your career -all while making a real difference in the lives of people in our region.

Make the move. Discover a region where life is simpler, opportunities are greater, and community matters. Come and Discover FUNLHN - Living and Working in Whyalla

To learn more about working with the Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network, including its services and facilities, visit: Working at the FUNLHN

 

Our Benefits:

• Financial Incentive: On top of your annual salary and standard entitlements, you may be eligible to boost your take-home pay even further by enjoying salary packaging options.
• Be Part of a Supportive Team: Work in an inclusive environment where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to make a difference in the health of our community.
• Balance Work and Life: Flexible working arrangements help you maintain a healthy balance between rewarding work and personal commitments.
• Prioritise Your Wellbeing: Enjoy Fitness Passport discounts for you and your family, annual voluntary flu vaccinations, and access to confidential counselling through our Employee Assistance Program.
• Relocation Support: Up to $13,000 reimbursement may be available for those relocating. Learn more a SA Health Careers - Relocation support.
• Accommodation Assistance: Accommodation support may be available to make relocating easier (conditions apply).

 

About the Role:

You will provide clinical leadership and medical governance while overseeing the safe, efficient operation of the Emergency Department at Whyalla Hospital. Working with senior clinicians and the FUNLHN Executive Director Medical Services, you will lead service planning, quality improvement, workforce development and clinical performance, while continuing to provide clinical care.

952381 MD2 Role Description

About You: 

• Medical practitioner with appropriate specialist qualifications and experience in Emergency Medicine.
• Demonstrated clinical leadership, medical governance and team management skills.
• Strong communication, mentoring and collaboration skills across multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience in quality improvement, clinical incident review, service planning and performance monitoring.
• Ability to lead service development, support medical workforce planning and promote high standards of patient care.

 

Want To Know More? Contact:

Chloe Johnson - Manager Medical Workforce, 8668 7586, chloe.johnson@sa.gov.au 

 

Applicant Information:

• Please refer to the role description below for more detailed information on the position, responsibilities, and qualifications.
• Total Indicative Remuneration (TIRP) includes award salary, managerial allowance, remote call allowance, professional development, Super and Regional Incentive location amount, with Private Practice Arrangements and Attraction and Retention Allowances subject to fellowship.
• Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and Immunisation compliance as indicated on the Role description.
• SA Health is 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, members of the LGBTIQA+SB community and people who live with disability and/or neurodivergence.
• We are committed to making workplace adjustments to provide a positive and supportive work environment. You are encouraged to let us know if have any support or access requirements during the recruitment process and beyond 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 the flexible working arrangements for this role.
• This is a part-time vacancy, working 30 hours per fortnight and salary will be adjusted according to actual hours worked.

Refer to the SA Health Career Website How to Apply for further information.

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Application Closing Date: Thursday 30th September 2027 - 11:55PM