Specialist Pain Medicine Physician

Canterbury District Health Board; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 210,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, at the Burwood Hospital Pain Management Centre in Christchurch, invites a vocationally registered Specialist Pain Medicine Physician to join a leading multidisciplinary service.

You will help shape the future of specialist pain medicine, delivering comprehensive assessment and treatment and collaborating with a diverse team to restore function and quality of life for patients.

Qualifications

• Fellowship in Pain Medicine is required.
• Experience in a multidisciplinary pain management service is essential.
• Expertise in assessment and management of complex persistent pain is needed.
• Collaborative, evidence-based, patient-centred care is important.
• Teaching or research interest will be highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Lead comprehensive assessment and management of chronic pain patients.
• Deliver outpatient clinics, interventional pain procedures, and inpatient care.
• Collaborate with physiotherapists, psychologists, nurses and other specialists.
• Contribute to service development and quality improvement.

Skills

Fellowship in Pain Medicine

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Complex pain management

Teaching/research interest

Education

Fellowship in Pain Medicine

Job description

Lead the future of Pain Medicine in one of New Zealand's most progressive multidisciplinary pain services.

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

This is more than just another consultant position. It is an opportunity to help shape the future of specialist pain medicine in New Zealand.

Based at the renowned Pain Management Centre at Burwood Hospital, you will join an experienced multidisciplinary team providing comprehensive assessment and treatment for people living with persistent pain. Our service delivers outpatient clinics, interventional pain procedures, group programmes and inpatient care, with a strong focus on restoring function and improving quality of life.

As a Specialist Pain Medicine Physician, you will have the opportunity to influence the future direction of the service while working alongside highly skilled physiotherapists, psychologists, nurses, occupational therapists and other medical specialists in a truly collaborative environment.

We are also committed to strengthening our role as a centre of excellence and re-establishing Faculty of Pain Medicine accreditation, creating exciting opportunities for clinicians who enjoy leadership, education and service development.

Whether you're looking for a fresh professional challenge or a lifestyle change, Christchurch offers the perfect balance of rewarding clinical practice and exceptional quality of life.

About the Team / Service / Location

The Burwood Hospital Pain Management Centre is Canterbury's specialist tertiary pain service, caring for a population of more than 700,000 people across the South Island.

Our multidisciplinary team is recognised for delivering evidence-based, patient-centred care that supports people living with chronic non-malignant pain. You will work in modern facilities alongside clinicians who are passionate about innovation, collaboration and improving patient outcomes.

Christchurch is New Zealand's second-largest city and consistently ranks as one of the country's most liveable destinations. Enjoy:

• Affordable housing and an excellent standard of living
• Short commute times, leaving more time for family and recreation
• World-class skiing, mountain biking, hiking and beaches all within easy reach
• A vibrant café, dining and arts scene
• Excellent schools and universities
• Easy access to international travel

Whether you enjoy outdoor adventure, food and wine, or raising a family, Christchurch offers an enviable lifestyle.

About You

You will be a vocationally registered Specialist Pain Medicine Physician (or eligible for vocational registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand) who enjoys working collaboratively to deliver outstanding patient care.

You will also bring:

• Fellowship (or equivalent specialist qualification) in Pain Medicine
• Experience working within a multidisciplinary pain management service
• Expertise in the assessment and management of complex persistent pain conditions
• A collaborative approach and commitment to evidence-based, patient-centred care
• An interest in service development, quality improvement, teaching or research will be highly regarded

We particularly welcome applications from specialists currently practising in the United Kingdom, Australia and New Zealand who are interested in combining a rewarding career with an outstanding lifestyle.

Working at Health New Zealand

Working at Health New Zealand means joining an organisation committed to delivering equitable healthcare while supporting your professional growth and wellbeing.

In return, you will enjoy:

• A supportive, highly collaborative multidisciplinary team
• Opportunities to influence and develop a growing specialist service
• Protected opportunities for teaching, quality improvement and service development
• Excellent work-life balance
• Generous CME, professional development and relocation assistance (where applicable)
• The opportunity to live in one of New Zealand's most desirable cities

Health New Zealand embraces a diverse and inclusive workforce and welcomes applications from our Māori, Pacific, disabled and rainbow communities.