UPDATE
The transition to 3-year contracts is expected to alter the SA MET centralised allocation and recruitment process for PGY2 and Beyond this year. The change to the recruitment process will be informed by a review that is currently underway of the alterations needed to implement the updated contract.
The SA MET website and Expression of Interest Guideline will be updated as information becomes available.
We appreciate your patience during this time, and we will endeavour to keep our website and guideline updated with any changes.
If you have any questions, please contact us on HealthSAMET@sa.gov.au
The documents below include information of the Expression of Interest process, important dates, information about training positions, eligibility criteria, frequently asked questions and the presentation from the 2024 (Clinical Year) recruitment process.
 PGY2 and Beyond Expression of Interest Guideline | PGY2 and Beyond Expression of Interest Presentation |
The following training opportunities are currently available at SA Health via the centralised PGY2 and Beyond Positions Expression of Interest process (2024 Clinical Year Recruitment).
** Appointment into all rural based positions in FUNLHN, LCLHN and RMCLHN will have priority before any metropolitan based positions are negotiated or assigned. **
Information Pack 2024: PGY3 FUNLHN Whyalla Rural Generalist Anaesthetics DRGA
This full-year role enables the requisite exposure to rural anaesthetics cases to meet the requirement of the Australian College or Rural and Remote Medicine Advanced Specialist Training in Anaesthetics (ACRRM AST Anaesthetics) and Royal College of General Practice – FRACGP-RG ARST requirements in rural GP Anaesthetics via the DRGA (Dip RG Anaesthetics). This position is available to Postgraduate Year 3 and above (PGY3+).
The Trainee will gain experience in Rural Anaesthetics with particular focus on patients living in Whyalla and the Northern and Eyre regions of rural South Australia. The program offers generous opportunities to learn a wide range of practical skills in a rural setting.
It is mandatory for the successful candidate to enrol in and complete the DRGA qualifications over the 12 months. This post is designed to be undertaken as part of rural generalist training through either GP College, with a view to practicing as a Rural Generalist Anaesthetist. Preference is given to applicants committed to a career in rural practice within South Australia.
Information Pack 2024: PGY3 LCLHN Mount Gambier Rural Generalist Anaesthetics
This full-year role enables the requisite exposure to rural anaesthetic cases to meet the requirements of Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine Advanced Specialised Training in Anaesthetics (ACRRM AST Anaesthetics) and Royal Australian College of General Practice – FRACGP-RG ARST requirements in rural GP Anaesthetics.
This position is available to Postgraduate Year 3 and above (PGY3+). We expect the successful candidate to enrol in and complete the DRGA qualification over the 12 months. This position is best undertaken as part of rural generalist training through either GP College with a view to practicing as a GP Anaesthetist. Preference is given to applicants committed to a career in rural practice within South Australia.
Information Pack 2024: PGY3 RMCLHN PGY3+ Rural Generalist Anaesthetics DRGA
** This position is subject to accreditation, which is current being sought. Confirmation of accreditation will be confirmed by mid-late 2023.**
This full year role provides you with the requisite exposure to rural anaesthetics cases to meet the requirement of the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine Advanced Specialist Training in Anaesthetics (ACRRM AST Anaesthetics) and Royal Australian College of General Practice – FRACGP-RG ARST requirement in rural GP Anaesthetics via the Diploma of Rural Generalist Anaesthesia (DRGA).
This position is available to Postgraduate Year 3 and above (PGY3+).
The program offers generous opportunities to learn a wide range of practical and skills in a rural setting.
We expect the successful candidate to enrol in and complete the Diploma of Rural Generalist Anaesthesia (DRGA) qualifications over the 12 months. This post is best undertaken as part of rural generalist training through either GP College, with a view to practicing as a GP Anaesthetist. Preference is given to applicants committed to a career in rural practice within South Australia.
Information Pack 2024: PGY3 Rural Generalist Anaesthetics DRGA Metro-Based Positions
This full-year role enables the requisite exposure to rural anaesthetics cases to meet the requirement of the Australian College or Rural and Remote Medicine Advanced Specialist Training in Anaesthetics (ACRRM AST Anaesthetics) and Royal Australian College of General Practice – FRACGP-RG ARST requirements in rural GP Anaesthetics via the Diploma of Rural Generalist Anaesthesia (DRGA). This position is available to Postgraduate Year 3 and above (PGY3+).
The Trainee will gain experience in Anaesthetics with particular focus on patients living in Adelaide. The program offers generous opportunities to learn a wide range of practical skills.
It is mandatory for the successful candidate to enrol in and complete the Diploma of Rural Generalist Anaesthesia qualification over the 12 months. This post is designed to be undertaken as part of rural generalist training through either GP College, with a view to practicing as a Rural Generalist Anaesthetist. Preference is given to applicants committed to a career in rural practice within South Australia.
Information Pack 2024: PGY3 BHFLHN Mt Barker District Soldiers Memorial Hospital Rural Generalist Emergency Medicine Advanced
This full-year role enables the requisite exposure to rural emergency cases to meet the requirements of the Australian College or Rural and Remote Medicine Advanced Specialised Training in Emergency Medicine (ACRRM AST EM) and Royal Australian College of General Practice – FRACGP-RG ARST requirements including Diploma of Emergency Medicine. This position is available to Postgraduate Year 3 and above (PGY3+).
We strongly encourage the successful candidate to enrol in a formal Rural Generalist Emergency Medicine training program. This post is best undertaken as part of rural generalist training through either GP College. Preference is given to applicants committed to a career in small town rural practice or regional emergency department service provision.
Information Pack 2024: PGY3 BHFLHN Southern Fleurieu Health Service Rural Generalist Emergency Medicine Advanced
This full-year role enables the requisite exposure to rural emergency cases to meet the requirements of the Australian College or Rural and Remote Medicine Advanced Specialised Training in Emergency Medicine (ACRRM AST EM) and Royal Australian College of General Practice – FRACGP-RG requirements including Diploma of Emergency Medicine. This position is available to Postgraduate Year 3 and above (PGY3+).
We strongly encourage the successful candidate to enrol in a formal Rural Generalist Emergency Medicine training program. This post is best undertaken as part of rural generalist training through either GP College. Preference is given to applicants committed to a career in small town rural practice or regional emergency department service provision.
Information Pack 2024: PGY2 Eyre and Far North Local Health Network Rural Generalist General Training
The program aims to provide TMOs with key experiences in the management of patients in the rural setting. In particular a comprehensive experience in rural general practice, providing both primary care and inpatient care to local communities. The Core Clinical experiences are mapped to the requirements of RACGP and ACRRM. TMOs will acquire a more ‘hands-on’ experience in all aspects of patient care including procedural skills and management of critical patients under close supervision and support of senior staff. This will serve as an excellent pathway for in Rural Generalist Training or those intending to pursue general practice as well as other specialist training.
Advanced Skills Training program in obstetrics, anaesthetics, emergency medicine and mental health are available for PGY3+.
Information Pack 2024: PGY3 EFNLHN Port Lincoln DRANZCOG
The EFNLHN Port Lincoln DRANCOG training program is suitable for candidates preparing for a career in rural General Practice or those preparing to apply for the Royal Australasian and New Zealand College of Obstetrics and Gynaecologists (RANZCOG) integrated Training program. The program offers generous opportunities to learn a wide range of practical and procedural skills in a rural setting.
This rotation is based in the Boston Bay Family Health Practice for the full 12 months, and is open to postgraduate year 2 and above (PGY2+). Preference is given to applicants committed to rural GP obstetrics. We expect the successful candidate to enrol in the DRANZCOG in preparation for commencing the post and seek to provide tailored support for your training.
Information Pack 2024: PGY2 Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network Rural Generalist General Training
The program aims to provide TMOs with key experiences in the management of patients in the rural setting. In particular a comprehensive experience in rural general practice, providing both primary care and inpatient care to local communities. The Core Clinical experiences are mapped to the requirements of RACGP and ACRRM. TMOs will acquire a more ‘hands-on’ experience in all aspects of patient care including procedural skills and management of critical patients under close supervision and support of senior staff. This will serve as an excellent pathway for in Rural Generalist Training or those intending to pursue general practice as well as other specialist training.
Advanced Skills Training program in obstetrics, anaesthetics, emergency medicine and mental health are available for PGY3+.
Information Pack 2024: PGY3 FUNLHN Whyalla Rural Generalist Anaesthetics DRGA
This full-year role enables the requisite exposure to rural anaesthetics cases to meet the requirement of the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine Advanced Specialist Training in Anaesthetics (ACRRM AST Anaesthetics) and Royal Australian College of General Practice – FRACGP-RG ARST requirements in rural GP Anaesthetics via DRGA. This position is available to Postgraduate Year 3 and above (PGY3+).
The Trainee will gain experience in Rural Anaesthetics with particular focus on patients living in Whyalla and the Northern and Eyre regions of rural South Australia. The program offers generous opportunities to learn a wide range of practical skills in a rural setting.
It is mandatory for the successful candidate to enrol in and complete the DRGA qualifications over the 12 months. This post is designed to be undertaken as part of rural generalist training through either GP College, with a view to practicing as a Rural Generalist Anaesthetist. Preference is given to applicants committed to a career in rural practice within South Australia.
Information Pack 2024: PGY2 Limestone Coast Local Health Network Rural Generalist General Training
We invite you to become a valued member of the healthcare team in addition to the local community in Mount Gambier and Naracoorte. This Training Program will set you up well for a rural generalist career. There are opportunities within both the General (non-specialist) Training Program and General Practice Training Program to undertake rotations in General Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Paediatrics, General Surgery, General Practice/Anaesthetics and General Practice/Obstetrics.
This position can be undertaken as part of rural generalist training with either GP College. Preference is given to applicants committed to a career in rural or regional practice where they will provide inpatient medical care.
Information Pack 2024: PGY3 LCLHN Mount Gambier Adult Internal Medicine Advanced Skills
This is a full-year, full-time position, and fulfils the requirements for both RACGP FRACGP-RG and ACRRM AST positions. The position involves providing medical inpatient and outpatient services to the General Medical Ward at Mount Gambier Hospital. It will involve some out of hours and on call work, supervised by a consultant physician.
This rotation is available to candidates who are Postgraduate Year 3 and above (PGY3+) and enrolled in Rural Generalist Training with either ACRRM or RACGP.
Information Pack 2024: PGY3 LCLHN Mount Gambier DRANZCOG part-time
The full-year half-time nature of this role may enable the requisite exposure to obstetrics and gynaecological cases in the rural setting to meet the requirements of Diploma of Rural Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetrics and Gynaecology (DRANZCOG) when combined with working part-time in a general practice which provides comprehensive antenatal care.
This rotation is best undertaken in combination with a half-time General Practice training year through either GP College. Preference is given to applicants committed to rural GP obstetrics. The part-time DRANZCOG position is available to Postgraduate Year 3 and above (PGY3+). We expect the successful candidate to enrol in the DRANZCOG in preparation for commencing the position and seek to provide tailored support for your training.
Information Pack 2024: PGY3 LCLHN Mount Gambier Rural Generalist Anaesthetics
This full-year role enables the requisite exposure to rural anaesthetic cases to meet the requirements of Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine Advanced Specialised Training in Anaesthetics (ACRRM AST Anaesthetics) and Royal Australian College of General Practice FRACGP-RG ARST requirements in rural GP Anaesthetics.
This position is available to Postgraduate Year 3 and above (PGY3+). We expect the successful candidate to enrol in and complete the DRGA qualification over the 12 months. This position is best undertaken as part of rural generalist training through either College with a view to practicing as a GP Anaesthetist. Preference is given to applicants committed to a career in rural practice within South Australia.
Information Pack 2024: PGY3 LCLHN Mount Gambier Rural Generalist Emergency Medicine Training
This full-year role enables the requisite exposure to rural emergency cases to meet the requirements of the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine Advanced Specialised Training in Emergency Medicine (ACRRM AST EM) and Fellowship in Advanced Rural General Practice (FRACGP-RG) requirements including Diploma of Emergency Medicine.
This position is available to Postgraduate Year 3 and above (PGY3+). We strongly encourage the successful candidate to enrol in a formal Rural Generalist Emergency Medicine training program. This position is best undertaken as part of rural generalist training through either GP College. Preference is given to applicants committed to a career in small town rural practice or regional emergency department service provision.
Information Pack 2024: PGY2 The Adelaide Prevocational Psychiatry Program TAPPP – Operates as a Statewide Network
The Adelaide Pre-Vocational Psychiatry Training Program (TAPPP) positions are suitable for Trainee Medical Officers (TMO) looking to gain prevocational experience in Psychiatry, and for GP and other speciality trainees who would like to gain an increased exposure to psychiatry training. This program provides an opportunity for doctors to increase their knowledge in managing mental health conditions without enrolling in a specialist training program.
TAPPP offers a 12 month pre-vocational TMO training program; the first of its kind within Australia. TAPPP promotes and encourages participants who have an interest in psychiatry as a future career, but also those who are considering specialities such as emergency medicine and general practice (GP) where mental health issues are highly represented. The program is accredited for GP trainees as a general hospital rotation or as an “extended skills” post.
Information Pack 2024: PGY2 RMCLHN Berri Psychiatry
This position will be located at Berri Hospital Inpatient Mental Health Unit and is open exclusively to GP trainees desirous of rural psychiatry exposure. Trainees will gain exposure to general inpatient psychiatry, enabling junior doctors to have insight into specialist rural psychiatry and meet the requirements of Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine Advanced Specialised Training in Mental Health (ACRRM AST MH).
The successful candidate will participate in The Adelaide Prevocational Psychiatry Program (TAPPPs) via real-time distance technology. This position is best undertaken as part of rural generalist training through a GP College. Preference is given to applicants committed to a career in small town rural practice or regional psychiatry service provision.
Information Pack 2024: PGY2 NALHN Obstetrics and Gynaecology 6 months with Paediatrics 6 months
These positions will comprise of 6 months Obstetrics & Gynaecology and 6 months Paediatrics. The successful applicants will participate in Obstetrics & Gynaecology clinical duties and be responsible for managing the care of patients allocated to the Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology, across Lyell McEwin and Modbury Hospitals, in consultation with the Registrars, Consultants, Nurses and Allied Health professionals.
Applicants who wish to apply to participate in the Certificate in Women’s Health (CWH) are requested to detail this in their application. The Paediatric term offers a broad exposure to truly General Paediatrics, incorporating inpatient and outpatients care and exposure to Emergency Department presentations. We can offer direct experience working in a neonatal setting, labour ward, postnatal ward and Special Care Nursery. This would be an ideal term for those wishing to pursue General Practice or starting a career in Paediatrics.
Information Pack 2024: PGY2 NALHN ENT Surgery Service – Lyell McEwin and Modbury Hospitals
The ENT surgery service positions consist of 12 months of full-time clinical work, one position based at Modbury Hospital and one position based at Lyell McEwin Hospital. Applicants will preference which location they wish to work within the online application form. There are very good opportunities for the service registrars to be exposed to a wide range of ORLHNS surgical procedures including general ENT procedures, otology, facial plastics, rhinology, and some head and neck procedures.
Information Pack 2024: PGY2 Rural Generalist General Training Pathway Riverland Academy of Clinical Excellence
Our PGY2 program will provide you with rural emergency medicine, anaesthetics, women’s health, paediatrics, general practice and mental health options critical for advantaging you to gain entrance to Fellowship training. And once enrolled with either ACRRM or RACGP, your registrar advanced skills and general practice learning is covered too! Or you can choose to use our program, and the networks you make with other specialists in our region, as the springboard for other specialist training in Adelaide or elsewhere.
You will have opportunities to work with experienced healthcare teams, under personalised supervision of experienced rural clinicians, challenge yourself and gain valuable experience with hands-on procedural skills. You will work in a network of hospitals, general practices, aboriginal health services, community, mental health and aged care services in our region that provide high quality care close to home for our 70,000 residents.
Information Pack 2024: PGY3 Rural Generalist Adult Internal Medicine Riverland Academy of Clinical Excellence
This is a full-year, full-time position, and fulfils the requirements for both RACGP FRACGP-RG ARST and ACRRM AST positions. The position involves providing medical inpatient and outpatient services to the General Medical Ward at Riverland General Hospital in Berri. It will involve some out of hours and on call work, supervised by a consultant physician.
The rotation is available to candidates who are Postgraduate Year 3 and above (PGY3+) and enrolled in Rural Generalist Training with either ACRRM or RACGP.
This role is also appropriate for College of Intensive Care Medicine (CICM) trainees requiring rural rotation. Please include this within your Curriculum Vitae.
Information Pack 2024: PGY3 Rural Generalist Emergency Medicine Riverland Academy of Clinical Excellence
This full-year role enables the requisite exposure to rural emergency cases to meet the requirements of the ACRRM Advanced Specialised Training in Emergency Medicine (ACRRM AST EM) and Royal Australian College of General Practice – FRACGP-RG requirements including Diploma of Emergency Medicine.
This position is available to Postgraduate Year 3 and above (PGY3+). We strongly encourage the successful candidate to enrol in a formal Rural Generalist Emergency Medicine training program. This post is best undertaken as part of rural generalist training through either GP College. Preference is given to applicants committed to a career in small town rural practice or regional emergency department service provision.
This role is also appropriate for College of Intensive Care Medicine (CICM) trainees requiring rural rotation. Please include this within your Curriculum Vitae.
Information Pack 2024: PGY3+ RMCLHN Rural Generalist Anaesthetics DRGA
** This position is subject to accreditation, which is current being sought. Confirmation of accreditation will be confirmed by mid-late 2023.**
This full year role provides you with the requisite exposure to rural anaesthetics cases to meet the requirement of the Australian College or Rural and Remote Medicine Advanced Specialist Training in Anaesthetics (ACRRM AST Anaesthetics) and Royal Australian College of General Practice – FRACGP-RG ARST requirements in rural GP Anaesthetics via the Diploma of Rural Generalist Anaesthesia (DRGA).
This position is available to Postgraduate Year 3 and above (PGY3+).
The program offers generous opportunities to learn a wide range of practical and skills in a rural setting.
We expect the successful candidate to enrol in and complete the Diploma of Rural Generalist Anaesthesia (DRGA) qualifications over the 12 months. This post is best undertaken as part of rural generalist training through either GP College, with a view to practicing as a GP Anaesthetist. Preference is given to applicants committed to a career in rural practice within South Australia.
Information Pack 2024: PGY3+ RMCLHN Rural Generalist Obstetrics
This position is recognised for the Diploma RANZCOG, with the Royal Australasian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and
Gynaecologists (RANZCOG).
The RMCLHN Berri Rural Generalist Obstetrics training program is suitable for candidates preparing for a career in Rural Generalist or General Practice or those preparing to apply for the Royal Australasian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RANZCOG) Integrated Training Program.
Preference is given to applicants considering rural general practice. The program offers generous opportunities to learn a wide range of practical and procedural skills.
Information Pack 2024: PGY2 Statewide General Training General Practice Training – NALHN, SALHN & CALHN
The General Trainee (GT) Program is for prevocational trainees who are yet to decide on which specialty pathway to take or for General Practice (GP) trainees who require 12 months hospital experience prior to rotating to the community. You should expect to receive a well-balanced training program with rotations allocated to multiple different specialties.
Central Adelaide Local Health Network, Northern Adelaide Local Health Network and Southern Adelaide Local Health Network recruit positions as a statewide network. Information on Rural GT/GP positions can be found above. Women’s and Children’s GT/GP positions have been renamed to Women’s and Children’s Prevocational Resident Program, information can be found below.
Information Pack 2024: PGY2 Statewide BPT Adult Medicine – NALHN, SALHN & CALHN
Basic Physician Training is the first step in a minimum six-year training program with the RACP to become a Physician. During Basic Physician Training in Adult Medicine, you will:
> Experience working in diverse medical specialties with a broad focus in Adult Internal Medicine.
> Complete training rotations with a range of hospitals and health services.
> Build on the clinical knowledge and skills gained during your medical degree to develop the professional qualities, attitudes and behaviours you need to become a competent Physician.
Once you have completed Basic Training, you will be eligible to commence Advanced Training in an adult medicine specialty. After completing both Basic and Advanced Training, you will be eligible to register to practice as a specialist physician in Australia or New Zealand.
Information Pack 2024: PGY2 Statewide Surgical Resident Medical Officer – NALHN, SALHN & CALHN
The Surgical RMO Program is designed to provide trainees of PGY2+ with maximum exposure to a variety of surgical rotations and experiences, enabling them to fulfil the prerequisites required to apply for Surgical Education Training (SET) with the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (RACS). The incumbent will learn specialist skills in comprehensively assessing the patient and providing guidance for the management, investigation and ongoing treatment of the patient including discharge planning.
The Surgical RMO program is structured for trainees who are intending to register with the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (RACS) and who are working towards entry into the Surgical Education and Training program (SET). The rotations offered are designed to provide the mandatory requirements for SET entry over a 2-year employment period. Once successfully completing required components for SET training, RMOs can apply to the college for their chosen field of surgical specialty through the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons.
Information Pack 2024: PGY2 Medical Service Resident – NALHN & SALHN
These positions work exclusively within the Division of Medicine generally within General Medicine and the Acute Medical Unit. Residents may also be provided with the opportunity to undertake rotations in a sub-specialty unit. Suitable for candidates who have not yet decided on a specialist training program or wish to obtain more medical experience. The exposure to Medicine is more extensive than would be experienced with a single term rotation.
Residents can also potentially act in a more senior position than a General Resident.
Information Pack 2024: PGY2 Women’s and Children’s Hospital Prevocational Resident Program
PRP positions at WCHN offer candidates a chance to gain further prevocational experience in both Paediatrics (Medicine and Surgery) and Obstetrics and Gynaecology. This program ideally suits Trainees preparing for General Practice, entry to a Paediatric or Obstetrics and Gynaecology College or those seeking further experience in these speciality areas prior to deciding upon a final career path.
Successful applicants will be expected to fill roles in both Paediatrics and Obstetrics and Gynaecology. A number of applicants may be offered rotations in paediatrics only depending upon workforce demand.
Paediatric rotations are available in General Paediatrics, Paediatric Emergency, Relieving and Paediatric Surgery including General Surgery, Neurosurgery/Craniofacial Surgery, Ophthalmology, ENT, Plastic Surgery and Orthopaedics.
