CO-ACT Medical Practitioner

• Hampstead Rehabilitation Centre, Northfield SA 5085 | CO-ACT Unit
• MDP2 $99,707 to $158,523 p.a. + super + salary packaging
• Full time Temporary | Multiple positions available | Seven-day roster

Join CALHN’s medical team and provide safe, connected care for patients transitioning into aged care. Work alongside consultants, registrars, nurses and allied health professionals in the CO-ACT Unit at Hampstead Rehabilitation Centre.

Make a difference to patients preparing for their next stage of care. You’ll manage allocated patients in consultation with senior clinicians, combining daily medical care with clear communication and coordinated discharge planning.

•  Assess patients, establish diagnoses and plan investigations.
•  Review patients daily and update treatment plans.
•  Coordinate care with senior medical, nursing and allied health staff.
•  Document care accurately and provide effective clinical handovers.
•  Plan discharge with patients, carers and community providers.
•  Contribute to education, student supervision and quality improvement.

• Hold a Bachelor of Medicine or equivalent qualification.
• Be registrable with the Medical Board of Australia.
• Have full AHPRA registration
• Have completed your internship.
• Bring sound clinical judgement and routine ward procedural skills.
• Communicate with empathy and work well within a clinical team.

You’ll use current knowledge of medical practice, investigations and treatment to provide safe care under pressure. Strong problem-solving skills, accurate documentation and a commitment to quality improvement are essential.

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.

• Please refer to the attached role description for the essential educational and vocational qualifications and full requirements:  955105 - RD for CO-ACT Medical Practitioner.pdf
• Appointment is subject to satisfactory criminal history clearances and compliant immunisation screening.
• This is a Category A position.

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Recruitment agencies and third parties need not apply.

Advertised: 04 Nov 2026 Cen. Australia Daylight Time
Applications close: 18 Nov 2026 Cen. Australia Daylight Time

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