Ophthalmic Care Specialist

7 days ago


Porirua, Wellington, New Zealand Capital & Coast District Health Board Full time

Capital & Coast District Health Board is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. We're building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence.

About This Role

This role is focused on providing high-quality elective care to patients with a strong emphasis on General Ophthalmology and Cataract Surgery. The ideal candidate will have a strong clinical skillset, with an interest in General Ophthalmology and Cataract management.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide elective care to patients in both OPD clinic and theatre settings
  • Support the development of the Hutt Valley Advanced Procedure Suite as a high-volume cataract surgical service
  • Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver exceptional patient care
  • Participate in relevant service and clinical meetings related to the service
  • Contribute to quality improvement activities, clinical audit activities, and continuing medical education
  • Supervise and train RMOs in a supportive and educational environment

About the Team/Service

The Ophthalmology Department provides a secondary and tertiary ophthalmic service for the Wellington region, including Kapiti, Hutt Valley, and Wairarapa. Tertiary services are also provided for the lower North Island and upper South Island.

What You'll Need

  • Vocationally registered in Ophthalmology with the Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ)
  • FRANZCO or equivalent qualification and ability to register for vocational registration with the MCNZ
  • Strong clinical skillset, with an interest in General Ophthalmology and Cataract management
  • Able to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team
  • Relevant experience and training

About Us

We are committed to being good employers and honouring our equal employment opportunity obligations. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we strive to ensure excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand.



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