Medical Advisor (Orthopaedic)

Role Overview

Expand the use of your orthopaedic skills outside the operating theatre by joining ACC New Zealand as a Medical Advisor within our Clinical Services team. This temporary role allows you to blend clinical expertise with impactful decision-making regarding injury treatment and rehabilitation, all while continuing some clinical practice without the burden of on-call duties or acute care rosters.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate specialist reports, imaging, and clinical documentation related to orthopaedic injuries.
• Provide expert clinical judgment on diagnosis, causation, treatment choices, and rehabilitation strategies for complex injury claims.
• Guide ACC decision makers by delivering clear, evidence-based clinical advice.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary medical teams on challenging cases to optimize patient outcomes.
• Contribute to ongoing clinical quality assurance, education, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Candidate Profile

• Vocational registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ) in Orthopaedic Surgery, with a current Annual Practising Certificate.
• Active involvement in contemporary clinical orthopaedic practice.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities, paired with excellent written communication.
• Collaborative mindset, enthusiastic about multidisciplinary teamwork and enhancing rehabilitation and recovery for injured patients.
• Experience working in public, private, or mixed orthopaedic settings is valued.

Benefits and Working Conditions

• Competitive salary of NZD 245,036 plus 9% employer superannuation, with pro rata adjustments if applicable.
• Flexible working hours within standard ACC business times (8:00 am to 6:00 pm, Monday to Friday).
• Ability to negotiate location and working arrangement flexibility.
• No on-call duties, ward rounds, operating theatre sessions, or acute roster responsibilities.
• Professional development opportunities including CPD allowance (pro-rata) and reimbursement for professional fees.
• Supportive team environment offering peer collaboration and ongoing learning.

Additional Information

The role can complement your existing clinical commitments or serve as a transition to a portfolio career. ACC welcomes conversations regarding tailored working hours to fit your schedule. Recruitment for this position is ongoing until 13 August 2026, with earlier screening and interviews possible if an ideal candidate is identified. Accessibility support is available for the application process.