Renal Transplant Surgeon

Job Overview

Job No:

931665 Work Type:

Full time Location:

Adelaide CBD Category:

Medical Unit:

Central and Northern Adelaide Renal Transplantation Service (CNARTS) – Royal Adelaide Hospital Remuneration:

MD02 salary range $379,474 – $740,150 p.a. (Pro Rata subject to Private Practice Agreement) About the Unit

Central and Northern Adelaide Renal Transplantation Service (CNARTS) is based at the Royal Adelaide Hospital and performs kidney, pancreas, and islet transplants for South Australia and the Northern Territory. CNARTS is the largest renal unit in South Australia and one of the largest in the country. The unit offers extensive outreach, research, teaching and a strong culture of clinical excellence. About the Role

Renal Transplant Surgeon to lead high‑quality transplant care across a complex tertiary network. The role includes participation in transplant surgical on‑call roster, retrieval roster, dialysis access surgery, surgical audit and governance, and clinical research. A hybrid role between CNARTS and non‑transplant surgical services is available, with potential for private practice. Duties

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 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

Specialist transplant qualifications with renal transplant expertise Specialist registration eligible with the Medical Board of South Australia 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 Benefits

Salary packaging – up to $9,010 for living expenses + $2,650 for meals & entertainment + pre‑tax super & novated lease options Relocation reimbursement – up to $10,000 (eligible applicants) Safe connections – culture of safety and connectivity, focusing on outcomes and continuous improvement Professional development – funding + study leave for growth opportunities Recognition & growth – celebrate success and explore opportunities across CALHN’s many sites Flexible work options – discuss flexibility 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 Application Information

Applicants must refer to the role description for essential educational and vocational qualifications. Appointment will be subject to satisfactory Criminal History Clearances and compliant immunisation screening as indicated in the role description. Applications close: 11:55 pm, Wednesday 25th March 2026. Contact

Primary contact:

Dr Santosh Olakkengil, Acting Director of Renal and Transplant Surgery – Santosh.Olakkengil@sa.gov.au, PH: (08) 7074 2529 Secondary contacts: Prof Toby Coates, Medical Director of Transplantation – Toby.Coates@sa.gov.au Prof Shilpa Jesudason, Head of Unit – Shilpa.Jesudason@sa.gov.au 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.

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