• Take the next step in your Ophthalmology career in beautiful New Zealand
• Advance your career working in a multidisciplinary team across services
• Full-time permanent and fixed-term positions available across New Zealand in Auckland, Counties, Nelson, Dunedin, Invercargill, Tairawhiti, Waikato and Whanganui

Bring your specialist expertise to a health system that’s driven by equity, innovation and connection - all while experiencing a lifestyle like no other.

About the roles

Exciting opportunities are available for qualified Ophthalmologists (Senior Medical Officers) who want to make a positive impact while working in a dynamic, multidisciplinary, and supportive team. provide high-quality diagnosis, treatment, and surgical intervention for patients with a wide range of ocular conditions. Working in well-resourced and supportive multidisciplinary teams, you’ll deliver outpatient and theatre services while contributing to teaching, quality improvement, and service development. 

Depending on the specific position, responsibilities may include some or all of the following:

·       Surgical procedures: Performing cataract, corneal, glaucoma, retinal, and oculoplastic surgeries, including laser and minimally invasive techniques

·       Emergency and trauma care: Assessing and managing urgent eye conditions such as ocular trauma, retinal detachments, acute infections, and sudden vision loss

·       Postoperative care: Monitoring recovery, managing complications, and coordinating follow-up with patients and allied services

·       Teaching and mentorship: Training and mentoring junior doctors and ophthalmology trainees

·       Research and professional development: Participating in clinical research and ongoing professional development to advance eye care

Positions are available across New Zealand with immediate start dates, or you can speak with our recruitment team about your plans to move to New Zealand.

About you

You’ll be eligible for vocational registration as an Ophthalmologist with the Medical Council of New Zealand or working towards it. If applying from overseas, you’ll need a recognised specialist qualification (such as FRCO, FRANZCO, or equivalent), and recent experience in a consultant-level role. 

You’ll also bring: 

• a commitment to equitable and culturally safe care 
• clinical expertise in either general or subspecialty ophthalmology 
• excellent communication and collaboration skills 
• a genuine interest in service development and innovation 

International applicants are encouraged; our dedicated team will support you with registration and relocation. 

Call New Zealand home

Once offered a position, our internal Health Immigration team can provide free support to you and your family with immigrating to New Zealand. Senior Medical Officers are on the New Zealand immigration green list, so you have the opportunity for permanent residency in New Zealand.

One of the best things about living and working in New Zealand is the opportunity to experience nature, outdoor adventure and vibrant cities so close to where you live and work. You're never far away from your next adventure in New Zealand with access to hiking, skiing, mountain biking, and water sports, as well as fine dining and diving into traditional experiences to learn more about Māori culture all across the country.

Salary and benefits

Senior Medical Officers receive 6 weeks of annual leave and 12 paid public holidays, giving you time to explore our beautiful country and raise a family in our diverse communities. Along with your base salary as a Senior Medical Officer, you will have an annual Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowance of £6.9K GBP ($16K NZD) (pro-rated for part-time employees), reimbursement of your registration and practising certificate fees and your professional indemnity insurance is covered by Health New Zealand.

Senior Medical Officers receive a base salary relative to their level of experience.

·       Medical Officers annual salaries range £61.5K GBP - £91K GBP ($142K NZD - $210K NZD) plus allowance

·       Medical Specialists annual salaries range £80.1K GBP - £115.7K GBP ($185K NZD - $267K NZD) plus allowances

Additional allowances are paid on top of base salary and vary due to location and service.

Working for Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome all applications including those from diverse Māori, Pacific disabled and rainbow communities.

How to apply

Please click 'apply now' to move forward. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal. If you have questions, please email our recruiters at [email protected]

We only accept online applications. Please apply via our website.