Senior Medical Officer, Medical or Surgical Retina Ophthalmologist
· For a health career packed with benefits, you won’t find much better opportunity. We cover the southern region of Auckland, New Zealand’s largest city, and look after more than 10% of the country’s population.
· Supportive and friendly team culture.
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
We’re unique in terms of the diverse population including Maaori, Pacific and Asian ethnicities. The medical challenges we face in Ophthalmology include Glaucoma, Macular Degeneration, and a population with a high incidence of diabetes, and that all adds up to one great training ground for medical procedures and cultural practices alike.
We welcome interest from Consultants with a particular interest and experience in surgical or medical retina ophthalmology. This is a permanent, part time role to suit someone who is wanting to get some flexibility in their work environment and keen to work at Counties Manukau District and gain fantastic clinical experience.
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About the Team/Service/ Location
Our Ophthalmology department has excellent facilities and equipment. The service delivers a broad range of secondary care ophthalmology. You will be based in our Ophthalmology Clinic in New Zealand's leading outpatient facility Manukau Health Park (MHP). From time to time, there may be sessions required to be undertaken at Auckland District Health Board facilities as we work towards a more regional approach. We are also in the process of expanding our outpatient services to 6 days per week (Saturdays), but weekend work is entirely voluntarily and fee for service.
About you
Candidates must have an Ophthalmology Surgical or Medical Retina Fellowship or equivalent, preferably FRANZCO and vocational registration with the Medical Council of NZ.
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 service 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 by 17 June, 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Barbara.ridgway@middlemore.co.nz
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.
