Job Description

Intensivist – Staff Specialist

Regional Hospital | South Australia

A progressive regional hospital in South Australia is seeking a skilled and committed Intensivist to join its expanding Critical Care team. This is an excellent opportunity for a clinician who values high-quality patient care, collaboration, and the rewards of regional practice.

If you're looking for a role where your expertise genuinely shapes patient outcomes and service development, this is the ideal next step.

🏥 The Role

As an Intensivist, you will provide specialist-level critical care to a broad casemix of patients within a well-supported ICU/HDU environment. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team and contribute to the training and supervision of junior medical staff across the hospital.

Your Responsibilities Include:

✔ Delivering contemporary intensive care for critically ill medical and surgical patients
✔ Participating in a fair, supportive on-call and onsite roster
✔ Supervising and mentoring RMOs, registrars, and trainees
✔ Collaborating with ED, anaesthetics, surgery, and general medicine teams
✔ Communicating with patients and families with empathy and clarity
✔ Engaging in clinical governance, safety, and quality improvement programs
✔ Supporting the development and continuous improvement of ICU services

About the ICU Service

• Combined ICU/HDU supporting a wide range of presentations
• Strong senior medical and nursing support
• Excellent access to retrieval and tertiary hospital pathways
• Emphasis on evidence-based practice and multidisciplinary teamwork
• Supportive leadership committed to ongoing service development

Ideal Candidate

The hospital is seeking an Intensivist who is:

• FCICM (or exam-complete) or equivalent
• AHPRA Specialist Registration
• Experienced in delivering high-quality ICU care
• Skilled in communication and collaborative clinical practice
• Enthusiastic about teaching and supporting junior staff
• Interested in contributing to quality, safety, and service enhancement
• Adaptable and confident working in a regional setting

🌿 Living in Regional South Australia

This location offers an incredible lifestyle balance:

• Affordable housing and low cost of living
• Friendly, community-oriented environment
• Easy access to beaches, lakes, wineries, hiking and outdoor activities
• Good schools and family-friendly amenities
• Less traffic, more space, and a relaxed pace without compromising career growth

📨 Apply or Enquire

For a confidential discussion or to receive more details, please contact:

Anna Dobosz
Staffing Specialist - Medical
📞 +61 427 181 818
📧 ania@mediix.com.au