Vitreoretinal (VR) Fellow | 2027

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Waitaha Canterbury; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Christchurch Hospital's Canterbury Eye Service invites applications for a Vitreoretinal (VR) Fellow from May 2027. This fixed-term, full-time role offers exposure to complex posterior segment disease, retina surgery, and medical retina under experienced Consultants in a tertiary centre.

You'll contribute to teaching, research, quality improvement, and service development while developing subspecialty skills in a supportive multidisciplinary team in Christchurch, renowned for its lifestyle and

Qualifications

• Eligibility for registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand.
• Advanced ophthalmology training and strong interest in vitreoretinal subspecialty practice.
• Previous experience in retinal surgery and/or medical retina.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills in a multidisciplinary environment.
• Interest in teaching, research and continuous professional development.

Responsibilities

• Develop vitreoretinal surgical skills through regular theatre exposure.
• Expand experience in medical retina, acute retinal presentations, and complex posterior segment disease.
• Work closely with experienced Consultants and multidisciplinary teams.
• Participate in teaching, trainee supervision, and collaborative clinical practice.
• Contribute to research, quality improvement and service development.
• Continue professional development with support for learning and research.

Skills

Vitreoretinal surgery

Medical retina

Teaching

Research

Teamwork

Job description

Christchurch Hospital | Full-time, Fixed-term |Commencing May 2027 (Negotiable)Take the next step in your vitreoretinal career in NewZealand.Are you looking to build on your ophthalmology training,refine your surgical skills, and gain valuable experience managing complexretinal disease in a tertiary referral centre?

The Canterbury Eye Service is offering an excitingopportunity for a motivated Vitreoretinal (VR) Fellow to join our establishedophthalmology team at Christchurch Hospital from May 2027. This Fellowship offers the opportunity to develop yourexpertise across vitreoretinal surgery and medical retina, working alongsideexperienced Consultants in a supportive, collaborative environment. Withexposure to complex posterior segment disease, acute retinal presentations, anda broad range of clinical and surgical work, you will be well placed tostrengthen your subspecialty skills and prepare for the next stage of yourcareer.

And when you're not at work? Christchurch offers anexceptional lifestyle, with beaches, mountains, ski fields, walking and cyclingtrails, and a vibrant city all within easy reach.

About the Fellowship

• Develop your vitreoretinal surgical skills through regular theatre exposure.
• Expand your experience in medical retina, acute retinal presentations, and complex posterior segment disease.
• Work closely with experienced Consultants and multidisciplinary teams.
• Participate in teaching, trainee supervision, and collaborative clinical practice.
• Contribute to research, quality improvement, and service development.
• Continue your professional development with support for learning and research.
• You will be joining a service that values clinicalexcellence, knowledge sharing, and the development of its future specialists.

Why Christchurch?

Christchurch combines the opportunities of a major tertiaryhospital with a lifestyle that is hard to beat.Located on New Zealand's South Island, the city offers anappealing balance of urban living and outdoor adventure. Enjoy a vibrant caf and restaurant scene, coastal escapes, and easy access to the Southern Alps,ski fields, lakes, and spectacular walking and cycling trails.Whether you're seeking adventure outside work, a welcomingcommunity, or a place to enjoy a better work-life balance, Christchurch is anexcellent place to live and develop your career.

About the Canterbury Eye Service

Based at Christchurch Hospital, the Canterbury Eye Serviceis a large, friendly, and collaborative ophthalmology department comprising 13Consultants, supported by experienced nurses, orthoptists, optometrists, andophthalmology assistants.Our service is committed to high-quality patient care,clinical teaching, and ongoing professional development. As a Fellow, you willwork within a multidisciplinary team that values collaboration, continuouslearning, and the delivery of excellent outcomes for patients.

About You

• Eligibility for registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand.
• Advanced ophthalmology training and a strong interest in vitreoretinal subspecialty practice.
• Previous experience in retinal surgery and/or medical retina.
• A commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary environment.
• An interest in teaching, research, and continuous professional development.

If you are motivated to grow your clinical and surgicalexpertise in a supportive tertiary service, we would welcome your application.

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu OraHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to providingexcellent healthcare for all New Zealanders. We are committed to building adiverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve, and wewelcome applications from our Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbowcommunities.Our work is grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti oWaitangi.