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About the Royal Flying Doctor Service Central Operations (serving
SA/NT) We are trusted leaders in providing aeromedical and primary health
care services to people in remote, rural and regional locations across South
Australia and the Northern Territory. Our five-year Strategic Plan is focused on
growing as an innovative, responsive and better-connected health service
provider for all Australians. Watch stories about our people, patients and
the communities we serve at
finestcare.com.au About this
Opportunity The Clinical Director Retrieval Services is the medical head of
aeromedical retrieval services in RFDS SA/NT. The role supports the Executive
General Manager of Medical and Retrieval Services and leads a team of doctors in
the achievement of our strategic goals, ensuring the delivery of 24/7 high
quality aeromedical clinical care and best practice clinical governance aligned
to NSQHS standards. The role is also responsible for the development,
implementation and delivery of alternative and innovative service delivery
methodologies. You’ll come to work knowing that your efforts are enabling our
organisation to remain at the forefront of rural and remote health care delivery
and advocacy. Importantly, you’re also helping ensure our organisation is
efficient, effective and sustainable now and in the future. We believe our people – all of our people –
keep the Royal Flying Doctor Service flying. About You To be successful in this role you will be a doctor with extensive
experience in aeromedical retrieval. You will have: - Unrestricted or appropriate Specialist Medical Practitioner registration with AHPRA
- Fellowship with FACEM, FANZCA, FIMC (UK) or FRACGP/FACRRM RGA
- Minimum three years’ experience in Anaesthesia and/ or Emergency medicine
- Minimum two years’ training in a critical care environment
- Experience in procedural skills, obstetrics, resuscitation and paediatrics
- A good understanding of and appreciation for primary healthcare, allied healthcare and your nursing colleagues
- Experience supervising and mentoring consultants, registrars and medical students
- Highly developed leadership, management and communication skills
Ideally, you will also have experience in remote area medicine, along
with a well-developed understanding of rural and remote Australia and the
challenges of providing first class healthcare within these
environments. Benefits As part of our team, you can expect to be provided with challenging,
interesting work and be supported to achieve your best. The RFDS offers a
supportive environment where our people are valued, and professional development
is encouraged. In addition, we also offer: - Generous annual salary packaging options to reduce your taxable income including:
- packaging
up to $15, 899 of your salary towards loans, rent and bills
- packaging
of an additional $2,650 of your salary via a meal and entertainment
card.
- Employee Assistance Program
- Comprehensive orientation program for new starters
Further
Information To view a copy of the position description or to apply for this role, please click the link at the
top of this advert to visit the RFDS
SA/NT Careers Website . For a confidential discussion, contact Mardi Steere, Executive
General Manager, Medical and Retrieval Services via 0447 674
712. Applications close at 11:59pm on Tuesday 28th October 2025. Please note that we are unable to accept
late applications, or applications submitted via
email. The RFDS has mandatory vaccination
requirements. Please contact us if you would like to know
more. We reserve the right to make an offer prior
to the closing date. We encourage those interested in the position to submit
their application as soon as possible. The Royal Flying Doctor Service is an equal opportunity employer that
fosters a positive culture and offers a diverse, safe and supportive work
environment. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island applicants are encouraged to
apply.
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