Orthoptist (with Sponsorship)

JobSpace; Auckland; On-site; NZD 89,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

RGH Global is recruiting an Orthoptist for a permanent role in Auckland, New Zealand. You will assess and manage paediatric and adult strabismus, amblyopia, and ocular motility disorders in a busy ophthalmology department.

Responsibilities include conducting diagnostic tests (visual fields, OCT, biometry), supporting ophthalmologists in clinics and theatre, and educating patients and families. Relocation support is available for international candidates.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Orthoptics or equivalent.
• Current registration with NZ Orthoptic Board or eligibility.
• Minimum 2 years of clinical Orthoptics experience.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess and manage paediatric and adult strabismus, amblyopia, and ocular motility disorders.
• Perform diagnostic tests (visual fields, OCT, biometry).
• Support ophthalmologists in clinics and theatre.
• Educate patients and families.

Skills

Paediatric & adult orthoptic care

Diagnostic testing skills

Clinical teamwork

Education

Bachelor's in Orthoptics or equivalent

NZ Orthoptic Board registration or eligibility

Minimum 2 years clinical experience

Strong communication skills

Job description

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Ophthalmology Department | Auckland, New Zealand

Sponsorship is available and salary between $88,627 - $110,210 NZD

RGH Global is recruiting international Orthoptists for a permanent role in Auckland.

• Assess and manage paediatric and adult strabismus, amblyopia, and ocular motility disorders
• Perform diagnostic tests (visual fields, OCT, biometry)
• Support ophthalmologists in clinics and theatre
• Educate patients and families

Requirements:

• Bachelors in Orthoptics or equivalent
• Current registration (or eligibility) with NZ Orthoptic Board
• Minimum 2 years clinical experience
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Permanent full-time or FTC. Relocation support available for international candidates.