Ophthalmologist - Cornea/Vitreoretinal Specialist

New Zealand Government; Hawke's Bay; On-site; NZD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Hawke's Bay Ophthalmology team is seeking an experienced Specialist Ophthalmologist for a permanent, full-time role in the outpatient clinic and operating theatre. The candidate will join a team including registrars, an orthoptist and a specialist ophthalmic nurse in Hawke's Bay.

The successful applicant will have subspecialty training in Cornea or Vitreoretinal surgery advantage and hold FRANZCO or an equivalent specialist qualification, with eligibility for

Qualifications

• Experience in general ophthalmology with subspecialty training in Cornea or vitreoretinal surgery preferred.
• FRANZCO or equivalent qualification enabling specialist recognition.
• Registered or eligible for vocational registration with the NZ Medical Council.

Responsibilities

• Work in outpatient clinic and operating theatre as part of a supportive team.
• Contribute to optometrist and nurse led glaucoma clinics and registrar led minor procedures.
• Provide high quality ophthalmic care to a population of over 162,000.

Skills

General ophthalmology experience

Cornea

Vitreoretinal surgery

Education

FRANZCO or equivalent

NZ Medical Council vocational registration eligible

Job description

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Hawke's Bay Ophthalmology team is seeking an experienced Specialist Ophthalmologist for a permanent, full-time role in the outpatient clinic and operating theatre. The candidate will join a team including registrars, an orthoptist and a specialist ophthalmic nurse in Hawke's Bay.

The successful applicant will have subspecialty training in Cornea or Vitreoretinal surgery advantage and hold FRANZCO or an equivalent specialist qualification, with eligibility for