MSK & Pain Management Physician

Burwood Hospital, Christchurch | Permanent Part-time 0.3 FTE (12 hours per week)

• Join an innovative interdisciplinary service focused on improving outcomes for people living with chronic musculoskeletal pain
• Work within a collaborative multidisciplinary team delivering holistic, patient-centred care
• Opportunity to contribute to service development, education, and clinical leadership within a progressive specialist service

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the Role

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Waitaha Canterbury is seeking an experienced SMO to join the Pain Management Centre (PMC) at Burwood Hospital. The PMC provides specialist assessment and treatment for people living with chronic musculoskeletal and non-malignant pain conditions.

As an SMO – MSK and Pain Management, you will work as part of a coordinated interdisciplinary team delivering outpatient clinics, pain management programmes, interventional procedures, and occasional inpatient care. You will play a key role in supporting patients to regain function, improve wellbeing, and enhance quality of life through evidence-based, holistic pain management approaches.

This role also offers the opportunity to contribute to service development, quality improvement initiatives, teaching, and supervision within a highly regarded multidisciplinary service.

About the Team / Service / Location

The Pain Management Centre is part of Older Persons Health & Rehabilitation Services and is recognised for its collaborative and patient-focused model of care. The multidisciplinary team includes specialist medical staff, psychologists, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, nurses, and allied health professionals working together to deliver comprehensive pain management services across Canterbury.

Christchurch offers an exceptional lifestyle with easy access to beaches, mountains, national parks, and world-class outdoor recreation, alongside a vibrant and growing city environment.

About You

As an SMO – MSK and Pain Management, you will bring:

• Vocational registration, or eligibility for vocational registration, with the Medical Council of New Zealand
• Experience in musculoskeletal medicine, chronic pain management, or a related specialty area
• A collaborative approach and experience working within multidisciplinary teams
• Excellent communication, teaching, and clinical leadership skills
• A commitment to culturally safe practice and the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi

Applicants with Fellowship of the Faculty of Pain Medicine (FPMANZCA), Musculoskeletal Medicine qualifications, Rehabilitation Medicine, General Practice with specialist pain/MSK expertise, or related experience are encouraged to apply.

International applicants should be eligible to obtain Medical Council of New Zealand registration.

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and serve our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

To apply please click “Apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal.

If you have any questions about the role, please contact Amy Walker, Recruitment Specialist at Amy.Walker@tewhatuora.govt.nz

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process prior to the closing date of this advert.

Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.

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