Optometrist

Rose Optometry; Hamilton; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Rose Optometry in Hamilton, New Zealand, is seeking a full-time Optometrist to provide comprehensive eye care and specialty services on-site. The role involves examinations, prescribing and managing contact lenses and eyewear, and diagnosing ocular conditions for a diverse patient base.

Responsibilities include myopia control, keratoconus, dry eye management, pediatric eye care, orthokeratology, concussion rehabilitation, and collaborative co-management with external providers.

Qualifications

• Licensed or eligible for licensure as an Optometrist (OD or equivalent).
• Clinical skills in comprehensive eye examinations and management of ocular conditions.
• Experience or interest in specialty areas such as contact lenses, myopia management, keratoconus, dry eye, and concussion-related vision care.
• Ability to collaborate with medical, educational, and optometric colleagues in co-management of patients.

Responsibilities

• Perform full-scope primary and specialized eye care for a diverse patient base.
• Conduct comprehensive eye examinations and manage contacts lenses and eyewear prescriptions.
• Diagnose and treat ocular conditions and participate in co-management with external providers.

Skills

Eye care

Communication

Documentation

Team collaboration

Patient-centered care

Education

OD or comparable qualification

Job description

Company Description

Rose Optometry has been providing comprehensive eye care and eyewear solutions since 1969, with a strong focus on personalized patient care and long-term visual health. The practice collaborates closely with medical and educational professionals and receives referrals from a wide range of colleagues. Many local competitors partner with Rose Optometry to co-manage complex cases, reflecting the clinic’s trusted reputation and advanced expertise. Services span contact lenses, fashion eyewear, bespoke solutions, orthokeratology, rigid gas permeable lenses, keratoconus and dry eye management, myopia management, pediatric eye care from six weeks of age, and concussion rehabilitation. Team members join a clinic that values clinical excellence, innovation, and supportive collaboration.

Role Description

The Optometrist will provide full-scope primary and specialized eye care to a diverse patient base in an on-site role located in Hamilton. This full-time position involves conducting comprehensive eye examinations, prescribing and managing contact lenses and eyewear, and diagnosing and treating a range of ocular conditions. Day-to-day responsibilities include managing cases related to myopia control, keratoconus, dry eye, pediatric vision care, and orthokeratology, as well as participating in concussion rehabilitation and complex case co-management with external providers. The Optometrist will document clinical findings accurately, maintain regulatory compliance, and collaborate with the wider clinical team to ensure high-quality, patient-centered care. Participation in continuing education, practice development initiatives, and community outreach may also be part of the role.

Qualifications

• Licensed or eligible for licensure as an Optometrist, with a Doctor of Optometry (OD) or equivalent qualification.


• Clinical skills in comprehensive eye examinations, diagnosis and management of common and complex ocular conditions, and pediatric optometry.


• Experience or strong interest in specialty areas such as contact lenses (including RGP and orthokeratology), myopia management, keratoconus, dry eye treatment, and concussion-related vision care.


• Ability to work collaboratively with medical, educational, and optometric colleagues in co-management of patients.


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a patient-centered approach and commitment to equitable, non-discriminatory care.


• Solid organizational and documentation skills, with attention to detail and adherence to professional and regulatory standards.


• Willingness to engage in ongoing professional development, new clinical techniques, and practice growth initiatives.