Clinical Careers
TAKE YOUR CAREER FURTHER - BECOME A FLYING DOCTOR!
At RFDS SA/NT we strive to deliver high-quality healthcare services to remote and regional communities across South Australia and the Northern Territory. Through our network of primary health facilities and aeromedical services, we provide essential medical care, preventive services, and health education programs to individuals and families in some of the most remote regions of Australia. Our dedicated team of healthcare professionals work tirelessly to ensure the well-being of our patients, and are committed to upholding the highest standards of patient care and safety, ensuring that every interaction with RFDS SA/NT is met with professionalism, compassion, care, and excellence.
RETRIEVAL CONSULTANTS & RURAL GENERALISTS
The RFDS provides a supportive, dynamic and team-led environment for Retrieval and Rural Generalist Consultants to deliver comprehensive emergency and non-emergency care across South Australia and the Northern Territory.
Retrieval Consultants bring a wide range of skills to respond to medical, surgical and traumatic emergencies in remote locations.
As well as responding to medical emergencies, Rural Generalists provide specialist care in all rural contexts and serve as a consistent health provider within communities for patients of all ages.
We are currently hiring:
- Rural Generalists > Apply now!
- Retrieval Consultant > Apply now!
- Registrars Rural Generalist and Retrieval > Apply now!
Can't find what you're looking for? Register your interest below.
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NURSES
The RFDS offers a range of roles including Flight Nurse, Remote Area Nurse and Primary Care Nurse.
Flight Nurses work as a part of multi-skilled team to assess and treat patients during aeromedical transfers, providing the finest care within the unique challenges presented by a a high-altitude, confined environment.
Remote Area Nurses work on a fly-in/fly-out roster to provide consistent access to medical support at the Flying Doctor’s five clinics based in South Australia.
Primary Care Nurses work within the broader Community Health Care team in Port Augusta alongside Allied Health specialists to deliver regular fly-in clinics.
We also offer development opportunities for nursing students including clinical placements and tertiary education pathways.
We are currently hiring:
- Remote Area Nurse (casual) > Apply now!
- Remote Area Nurse (PT/FT) > Apply now!
Can't find what you're looking for? Please check back regularly for new roles.
ALLIED HEALTH
Our team of Allied Health professionals includes Dietitians, Podiatrists, Physiotherapists, Dentists, Oral Health Assistants, Child & Family Health Nurses, Psychologists, Mental Health Workers and Aboriginal Health Workers, all of whom play a crucial role in addressing the diverse health needs of our patients.
The RFDS continues to invest in its capacity to provide whole-of-life care to individuals and communities through a proven and trusted Comprehensive Community Care Model.
We are currently hiring:
- Dietitian > Apply now!
- Podiatrist > Apply now!
Can't find what you're looking for? Please check back regularly for new roles.
ROAD AMBULANCE
The Road Patient Transport team, comprising Paramedics and Patient Transport Officers, works closely with local health partners to support the repatriation and transfer of patients across South Australia and the Northern Territory.
In addition, they provide medical coverage and support at a range of community events including festivals and sports matches.
There are no current roles. Please check back regularly.
CLINICAL GOVERNANCE & EDUCATION
There are no current roles. Please check back regularly.
