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 ******
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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