2026 ANZCA Pain Medicine Advanced Trainee (Second Year)
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Company Description
Epworth HealthCare is Victoria's largest not-for-profit private health care group, renowned for excellence in diagnosis, treatment, care and rehabilitation. Epworth is an innovator in Australia's health system, embracing the latest in evidence-based medicine to pioneer treatments and services for our patients.
Job Description
Pain Matrix Geelong in partnership with Epworth offers a leading multidisciplinary pain management service in the vibrant city of Geelong. Based at Epworth Hospital Waurn Ponds, the service provides Pain Medicine Trainees with a unique opportunity to gain diverse clinical exposure across private and public sectors, with access to cutting‑edge resources and specialist teams. Our integrated service includes Pain Medicine Specialists, Psychologists, Physiotherapists, and Allied Health clinicians working collaboratively to deliver comprehensive care.
We are inviting applications for a second‑year Pain Medicine Trainees to join our dynamic team, commencing February 2026 for a 12‑month appointment. The role is available in both full‑time and part‑time capacities, offering advanced clinical training in a supportive multidisciplinary environment with opportunities to enhance skills in invasive procedures, including neuromodulation, and participate in innovative cognitive‑behavioural programs.
You will be involved in both inpatient and outpatient care at Pain Matrix Geelong, with significant interface to Epworth Hospital's resources and clinical network. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates progressing in the Pain Medicine Training Program through the Faculty of Pain Medicine, ANZCA.
Training, Support, and Lifestyle Benefits
* Exposure to a broad range of acute and chronic pain presentations in diverse clinical settings;
* Opportunity to develop advanced procedural skills including neuromodulation techniques and the procedures endorsement programme;
* Access to collaborative multidisciplinary teams including Psychiatry, Psychology, Physiotherapy, and allied health;
* Supportive mentorship from experienced Pain Medicine Specialists;
* Active involvement in quality assurance, teaching, and research activities supported by both Pain Matrix and Epworth Hospital;
* Location in the beautiful Geelong region with lifestyle benefits and proximity to Melbourne.
Qualifications
* Have successfully completed Year 1 Pain Training or equivalent experience;
* Are enrolled in or eligible for enrollment in the Pain Medicine Training Program, Faculty of Pain Medicine, Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists;
* Have passed or are eligible to sit the Foundations of Pain Medicine Examination;
* Have completed their primary specialty Fellowship or are in the final stages with eligibility for training credit for Pain Medicine; and
* Demonstrate strong clinical skills, commitment to multidisciplinary teamwork, and excellence in patient‑centred care.
Selection Criteria
* MBBS or equivalent medical degree recognised by Australian medical standards;
* Successful application or eligibility for the Pain Medicine Training Program, Faculty of Pain Medicine;
* Evidence of commitment to ongoing medical education, research, and quality improvement;
* Excellent communication and professional skills.
Additional Information
* Epworth's enhanced Not for Profit status provides the opportunity for employees to salary package up to $15,900 pre‑tax annually, leading to greater take home pay;
* The largest educational scholarship programme of its kind in Australia;
* Ability to purchase up to four additional weeks of leave;
* Reduced cost of health services for you and your family at Epworth.
Position Description Inherent Requirements
It is a condition of employment with Epworth HealthCare, subject to reasonable exemptions, that you have had an annual Influenza vaccination, where this is required under Epworth policy.
As a child‑safe organisation, all successful applicants are required to satisfactorily clear a National Police Check (conducted by Epworth) and may be required to hold a valid employee Working with Children Check (provided by you).
At Epworth, we believe inclusion and diversity are essential to our culture and values. We focus on fairness and opportunity for all – across race, ability, ethnicity, gender, age, sexuality, cultures and beliefs – that reflect the communities we work in. At Epworth, we care.
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