Lead clinical excellence across the Limestone Coast — the only “mini-metro” among South Australia’s regional health networks.
The Blue Lake · Mount GambierThe LCLHN treats the most complex case-mix of any regional population in South Australia. With close to 70% self-sufficiency, it is regarded as the only mini-metro of the state’s regional networks — clinical complexity without metropolitan friction.
Since March 2024 the network has enjoyed stable executive medical leadership. The next EDMS inherits a talented team of 14, a successfully delivered Phase 1 workforce plan, a matured Clinical and Care Governance Framework, and a research trajectory pointed at 2031.
This role reports to the Chief Executive Officer and works collaboratively with the Chief Clinical Advisor, sitting on the LCLHN Leadership Team.
Lead a 14-person medical administration team executing a five-year hub-and-spoke workforce plan. Interns have quadrupled (3 → 12), with ~20 RMOs, ~10 registrars, and 10 new specialist appointments; deep partnership with Flinders University Rural Medical Program.
Following a comprehensive external clinical governance review, the QRS portfolio has transitioned to the Executive Director of Nursing & Midwifery. The EDMS continues to steward medical governance, credentialing and scope of practice across the network.
Direct the Limestone Coast Clinical Research Unit and a five-year strategy toward a research-focused network by 2031: Phase 2–4 trials, clinical audits, and a standalone Research Governance Committee aligned to the National Clinical Trials Governance Framework.
An indicative annual package, subject to SA Health Consultant (Salaried Medical Officers) award and individual negotiation.
| Base salary — Consultant MD029G | $310,380 |
| Managerial allowance (Divisional) | $41,569 |
| Leave loading | $1,172 |
| On-call (1:2, 11.5%) | $40,474 |
| Professional development | $22,000 |
| Attraction & retention allowance (30%) | $93,114 |
| Superannuation | $58,405 |
| Total remuneration package | $567,114 |
The Limestone Coast offers a rare equilibrium. From the world-renowned vineyards of the Coonawarra to the volcanic landscapes and cave gardens of Mount Gambier, this is a region of quiet abundance. The second-largest city outside greater Adelaide, Mount Gambier is a family-friendly hub of ~29,000 on the South Australia–Victoria border.
Applications for this appointment have now closed. The role details remain published for reference. If you are a medical leader interested in comparable executive appointments, register your interest below and Kirsty will be in touch.
Dear Colleague,
This is a defining role for a medical leader who seeks to influence the health outcomes of an entire region. I would welcome a confidential conversation about the appointment, the team you would inherit, and life on the Limestone Coast.
— Kirsty
