2026 ANZCA Pain Medicine Advanced Trainee

Overview 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. Our values and purpose define Epworth's approach and delivery. Every Patient Matters. 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. This role offers advanced clinical training in a supportive multidisciplinary environment with opportunities to enhance skills in invasive procedures, including neuromodulation, and participate in innovative cognitive-behavioral 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 Benefit 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 program; 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. Epworth Geelong, located adjacent to Deakin University’s Medical School in Waurn Ponds, is developing an environment of world-class health care and education to meet the needs of the expanding population of Geelong and South West Victoria. Providing exciting career opportunities to doctors, nurses, allied health professionals and support staff. It features contemporary design, cutting-edge medical technology and best practice patient care, whilst offering a wide range of inpatient and outpatient medical, surgical and rehabilitation services. Qualifications This position is suited to candidates who: 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 recognized 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 program 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 At Epworth, we care. We care about our patients and we care about our people. We care about keeping everyone safe. We care about valuing and empowering our people, and growing careers. And we care about giving our people support and flexibility to thrive, and contribute to our communities. Enquire / Apply Sound interesting? To apply, click the I’m Interested button and attach your CV and cover letter addressing the selection criteria. For more information, refer to the attached position description or contact (emailprotected). 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. 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