Consultant/ Senior Consultant- Paediatric Rheumatology

Consultant / Senior Consultant - Paediatric Rheumatology | South Australia

£120,000-£160,000 GBP / $227,000-$300,000 AUD p.a.

+ incentives + relocation + visa sponsorship
Part-Time (0.5 FTE) | Permanent | Commencing February 2026 | Adelaide, South Australia

Join the Women's and Children's Health Network (WCHN) — South Australia's leading provider of care for women, babies, children, and young people.
As a Consultant or Senior Consultant in Paediatric Rheumatology, you'll deliver specialist care for children and adolescents with complex inflammatory and autoimmune conditions while contributing to education, research, and clinical leadership.

This role offers the opportunity to:

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  Provide high-quality inpatient, outpatient, and community paediatric rheumatology services.

  
  


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  Lead and participate in quality improvement, audit, and clinical governance initiatives.

  
  


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  Contribute to teaching, training, and collaborative research within a multidisciplinary framework.

  
  


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  Build partnerships across departments and networks to support innovative, family-centred care.

  
  

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  £120,000-£160,000 GBP / $227,000-$300,000 AUD p.a.
  
  (plus superannuation and allowances).

  
  


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  Visa sponsorship and Permanent Residency (PR) pathway support for international consultants.

  
  


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  Relocation assistance and accommodation support negotiable for eligible overseas applicants.

  
  


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  Access to salary packaging benefits, Fitness Passport, and employee assistance programs.

  
  


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  Flexible and family-friendly working arrangements with strong professional development support.

  
  

You are an experienced and compassionate Paediatric Rheumatologist with:

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  FRACP or equivalent international qualification (FRCPCH, FRCPC, Board Certified).

  
  


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  Eligibility for specialist registration with AHPRA in Paediatric Rheumatology.

  
  


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  At least 2 years of advanced training in paediatric and adolescent rheumatology.

  
  


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  Proven expertise in diagnosis and management of complex inflammatory conditions.

  
  


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  Experience in clinical research, teaching, and multidisciplinary teamwork.

  
  


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  A collaborative approach and commitment to quality improvement and innovation.

  
  

Doctors from the UK, Ireland, Europe, USA, and Canada are strongly encouraged to apply.
Applicants must be deemed Substantially Comparable by the RACP - Paediatrics & Child Health Division.
Full support will be provided for RACP assessment, visa processing, and relocation logistics.

Based in Adelaide, South Australia, this role offers a vibrant, family-friendly city lifestyle with excellent schools, beaches, dining, and cultural amenities — alongside one of Australia's top specialist paediatric hospitals.

At Paragon Medics, we prioritise your career growth and personal well-being.

We are committed to helping healthcare professionals find fulfilling roles that align with their expertise and aspirations.

Contact us today for a confidential discussion about this role and how we can support your transition into paediatric rheumatology in Australia.