Orthoptist, Ophthalmology Department

• Manukau, Auckland
• One-year fixed-term or permanent, full-time role
• Salary as per PSA Allied Health MECA

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

Are you a dedicated Orthoptist with a passion for patient-centred care and professional excellence? We are seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Orthoptist to join our Ophthalmology team at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora - Counties Manukau, Auckland, delivering high-quality orthoptic assessments and management across our diverse community.

What you'll do includes the following:

• Provide expert orthoptic assessments and tailored care for adult and paediatric patients
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including ophthalmologists, optometrists, nurses and technicians
• Lead and manage orthoptist-led clinics independently
• Support clinical education and continuous improvement initiatives
• Contribute to the delivery of regional services across Counties Manukau and other Northern region sites

What you bring includes the following:

• A recognised Orthoptics qualification (IOA or associate member country)
• Registration with NZ Orthoptics Society (NZOSI) required upon commencement of employment
• Minimum of two years of post-registration experience
• Strong clinical judgment, communication, and documentation skills
• A commitment to cultural safety, patient rights, and service excellence

Why join us?

• Be part of a supportive, forward-thinking team in one of New Zealand's most diverse communities
• Ongoing professional development and research opportunities
• Work in a multidisciplinary setting with access to state-of-the-art equipment
• Contribute to the delivery of regional services across Counties Manukau and other Northern region sites

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Working at 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 applications from our Maori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to apply

To apply please click 'apply now'. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Amy Lin, Recruitment Consultant  Show Contact Details 

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.

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

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