Director Medical Services - Research and Clinical Innovation

• Yorke and Northern Local Health Network, Medical Services
• Work Location: To be negotiated
• Total Indicative Remuneration Package: MD2 - $401,581 - $521,419 p.a.* 
• Employment Full time - Ongoing Permanent 
• Eligibility Open to Everyone 

*Total Indicative Remuneration (TIRP) includes Award Salary, Managerial Allowance, Remote Call Allowance, Professional Development, A&R Allowance, Super, Private Practice Arrangements (where applicable).  Please discuss on interview.

Lead medical excellence, research and innovation across regional health.

As Director Medical Services – Director of Research, you will support the Executive Director Medical Services in the safe, effective and efficient delivery of medical services across Yorke and Northern Local Health Network, while providing strategic leadership in research and clinical innovation.

You will help grow a strong research culture across the LHN through research opportunities, grants and partnerships, while promoting evidence-based clinical practice. You will also contribute to digital health and virtual care initiatives, the development of innovative models of care and the adoption of new technologies that support improved patient outcomes.

This is an opportunity to combine senior clinical leadership with a passion for research, innovation and rural health, helping bring integrated training, research and advanced clinical care to the region and support its development as a centre of excellence in rural healthcare. The role also participates in a 1:5 medical on-call roster.

View the Role Description for a comprehensive outline of the position, responsibilities and essential requirements before submitting your application.

To apply, submit a covering letter and Curriculum Vitae outlining your qualifications, registration and suitability for the role.

Yorke and Northern Local Health Network (YNLHN) is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally diverse backgrounds, LGBTIQA+SB communities, and people living with disability and/or neurodivergence. We support workplace adjustments and welcome you to share any access or support needs during recruitment and employment. Flexible working arrangements, including part-time options, may be available and can be discussed for this role.

A career in YNLHN offers diverse opportunities, strong career development, and the chance to live and work across a unique landscape including farming regions, coastline, vineyards, and the Southern Flinders Ranges. View the video below to learn more about working with us

Work with us - Yorke and Northern LHN

SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace. Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and appropriate immunisation requirements:

• DHS Working With Children Check (WWCC) 
• DHS National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Worker Check 
• 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)
• Immunisation Risk for this position is - Category A

Refer to the SA Health Career Website - How to apply for further information. Job ref: 952199

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.

Susan Morgan
Director Medical Services Development
Phone: 0497 109 674
E-mail: Susan.Morgan@sa.gov.au 

12 October 2026 - 11.55PM

952199 Director Medical Services Research & Clinical Innovation Role Description.pdf

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Advertised: 28 Sep 2026 Cen. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 12 Oct 2026 11:55 PM Cen. Australia Daylight Time

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