Consultant, Emergency Department

• Limestone Coast Local Health Network, Mount Gambier and Districts Health Service 
• Total Indicative Remuneration Package*: MD2 $479,215 - $623,712 p.a. (pro-rata) 
• Permanent Full Time and Part Time positions available (more than one vacancy), working over a 7 day roster
• Eligibility Open to Everyone 

 **Indicative Total Remuneration includes award salary, remote call allowance, professional development, A&R Allowance, Super, Private Practice Arrangements if applicable**

Work in a pivotal role in a respected Emergency Department at Mount Gambier Hospital, providing high-quality patient care and clinical leadership. This is your opportunity to shape the future of emergency care in the Limestone Coast, delivering expert clinical services while mentoring junior staff and supporting multidisciplinary teams. With opportunities for teaching, research, and service innovation, you will make a lasting impact on patients, staff, and the broader community.

This role offers a chance to influence emergency care delivery in South Australia’s second largest regional hospital, while enjoying the lifestyle benefits of the Limestone Coast.

• →Deliver safe, high-quality clinical care to Emergency Department patients and inpatients requiring urgent review.
• →Provide clinical leadership, mentoring, and supervision to trainee medical officers and junior staff.
• →Lead quality improvement, teaching, audit, and research activities to enhance patient outcomes.
• →Collaborate with internal teams and external providers to optimise care, safety, and clinical systems.

• Do you have appropriate specialist qualifications (FACEM) and registrable with the Medical Board of Australia as Medical Practitioner
• Do you have extensive experience in emergency medicine, with advanced skills in resuscitation, airway management, circulatory support, and retrieval of critically ill patients, particularly in a rural setting?
• Are you committed to clinical leadership, mentoring, and supporting multidisciplinary teams?
• Do you thrive in a regional environment where your expertise can make a meaningful impact on patient care and service delivery?

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 also supported by a team of approximately 600 hardworking volunteers.  

The LCLHN delivers a wide range of health care services to communities across the south-east of South Australia, from the Victorian border to the iconic coastline.  

The region is renowned for its world-class wine, spectacular beaches and outdoor adventures, offering a life and career in balance like no other: 

• Relaxed, affordable living with a strong sense of community. 
• Access to safe beaches, excellent recreational fishing, sailing and surf. 
• Outstanding national parks, sporting facilities and outdoor adventures. 
• Quality education facilities, including TAFE and University campuses. 
• Diverse social activities, from sporting clubs and music groups to exceptional food, wine and thriving coffee culture. 
• Conveniently located midway between Melbourne and Adelaide, offering easy access to both major cities while enjoying the benefits of regional living. 

Further information about living and working in the LCLHN is available from Limestone Coast Local Health Network (LCLHN) | SA Health 

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.

Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and appropriate immunisation requirements.

• DHS Working With Children Check (WWCC) 
• National Police Certificate (NPC) for employment involving unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups required for this position (E.g. aged care employment or work involving vulnerable clients) 

SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

The Limestone Coast Local Health Network (LCLHN) is committed to building a flexible, diverse and inclusive culture, planning for and promoting diversity. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as well as diverse community groups and ages including, LGBTQI+, people living with a disability and other diversity groups. The LCLHN recognises the benefits that such an approach brings for our staff and consumers in being an employer of choice.

To discuss more, please contact the Medical Liaison Office - LCLHN on Phone: 08 8721 1286 or via E-mail: Health.LCLHNMLO@sa.gov.au

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

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Advertised: 12 Oct 2026 Cen. Australia Daylight Time
Applications close: 08 Nov 2026 11:55 PM Cen. Australia Daylight Time

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