Renal Transplant Surgeon

Tot Indic $379,474 - $740,150 + Super + Sal pkging

Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN)

CNARTS – Central and Northern Adelaide Renal and Transplantation service, based at Royal Adelaide Hospital

Total Indicative Remuneration Salary: MD02 -$379,474 - $740,150 p.a.

Pro Rata (Subject to Private Practice Agreement)

Multiple positions available – term details negotiable

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We are looking for an experienced Transplant Surgeon to take the next step in their career by joining our Royal Adelaide Hospital Team / Central Adelaide Local Health Network Team.

Applicants are strongly encouraged to speak with the Program leadership for more information about this role. Contact details can be found below.

Grow Your Medical Career With Us Join CALHN’s exceptional medical team and play a vital role in shaping the future of health through innovation, collaboration and world‑class care.

Work across diverse clinical specialties and services

Advance your skills through structured learning and development

Benefit from supportive teams and dedicated non‑clinical time

Central and Northern Adelaide Renal Transplantation Service (CNARTS), based at the Royal Adelaide Hospital, performs the kidney, pancreas and islet transplants for South Australia and the Northern Territory. Kidney transplants number up to 100 each year including a large proportion of transplants in First Nations Australians. This also includes 20–30 live donor transplants each year, with a vision to expand the living donor program in the future. The transplant team contributes to dialysis access surgery for a population of approximately 900 dialysis patients, across The Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN), Northern Adelaide Local Health Network (NALHN) and Country LHNs. The unit is the largest renal unit in South Australia, and one of the largest in Australia. It undertakes the full range of nephrological services, including extensive outreach services to country SA and NT. CNARTS has a very strong culture of research, teaching/training, contributions to the Adelaide University and to professional societies. The surgical program is accredited by the GSA for transplant training for Post Fellow Education and Training (PFET) which is recognised by RACS and supports 2 registrar / fellow positions.

About the Role Join CALHN as a Renal Transplant Surgeon and lead high‑quality transplant care across a complex tertiary network. You will contribute to the transplant surgical on‑call roster, retrieval roster, dialysis access surgery, surgical audit and governance activities and clinical research. This position also comes with a highly unique opportunity to hold a hybrid role between CNARTS and non‑transplant surgical services, depending on candidate preferences and skill set. There is also opportunity to pursue private practice within and outside of CALHN.

Duties of the role

Contribute to advanced renal transplant and dialysis access care

Outreach to Northern Territory for transplant assessments

Participation in organ donation and retrieval service

Pancreas transplantation skills are desired but NOT essential

Opportunity to contribute to general or other subspecialty surgical programs

Manage transplant patients and clinical decision making

Supervise and support junior doctors and trainees

Drive teaching, research, audit and protocol design

Partner with teams to deliver safe, efficient care

About You

You are a highly skilled transplant surgeon ready to lead complex care, teach others and shape best practice across a major teaching network. Please see Role Description for full list of eligibility criteria

Specialist transplant qualifications with renal transplant expertise

Specialist registration eligible with the Medical Board of SA

Advanced clinical skills in renal transplant and vascular access

Proven leadership in multidisciplinary teams and clinical teaching

Active involvement in research, audit and quality improvement

Why You’ll Love It Here – CALHN benefits that matter We know that a great career is about more than just the work you do, it’s also about the support you receive. At CALHN, you’ll enjoy :

Salary packaging

– up to $9,010 for living expenses + $2,650 for meals & entertainment + pre‑tax super & novated lease options

Safe connections

– be part of a culture of safety and connectivity, focusing on outcomes and continuous improvements

Professional development

– funding + study leave for growth opportunities

Recognition & growth

– celebrate success and explore opportunities across CALHN’s many sites

Flexible work options

– speak to us about flexibility options for this role to suit your lifestyle

Paid leave

– with leave loading for rest and recharge

Health & fitness perks

– discounted access to Fitness Passport & free flu vaccinations

Wellbeing support

– Employee Assistance Program for you & your family

Diversity & Inclusion 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.

Curious about this role? We strongly encourage interested persons to discuss the position with our leadership team before applying:

Primary contact person

Dr Santosh Olakkengil (Acting Director of Renal and Transplant Surgery)

E: Santosh.Olakkengil@sa.gov.au

PH: (08) 7074 2529

Prof Toby Coates (Medical Director of Transplantation)

E: Toby.Coates@sa.gov.au

Apply Now Applications close: 11:55 pm,

Wednesday 25th March 2026 Job Ref:

931665

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

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