Orthoptist or Optometrist, Ophthalmology Departmentat Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Counties Manukau -
We are seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Orthoptist or Optometrist to join our Ophthalmology team at Te Whatu Ora Counties Manukau, Auckland delivering high-quality orthoptic and optometrist assessments and management across our diverse community.
About the RoleIn this role, you will contribute to the delivery of comprehensive ophthalmic care across our busy secondary and tertiary services. You will work as an autonomous clinician while being fully supported by ophthalmologists, orthoptists, optometrists, nurses, technicians, and allied health leads.Your responsibilities will include:Delivering accurate, efficient, evidence-based assessment and management of ophthalmic patientsRunning independent and linked clinics, and supporting consultant-led clinicsManaging a varied caseload, including paediatric and/or adult patients depending on your scopePerforming detailed diagnostic testing and interpreting resultsContributing to service development, teaching, and clinical auditsUpholding Te Tiriti o Waitangi, equity principles, and culturally safe practiceWorking collaboratively the delivery of regional services across Counties Manukau, and other Northern region sites.About YouYou will be a dedicated, adaptable clinician who brings professionalism and enthusiasm to your practice.
Youll be confident working both independently and as part of a team and committed to providing excellent care to a diverse population.Essential Requirements:For Optometrists:NZ-recognised Optometry qualificationCurrent Annual Practising CertificateMinimum 3 years post-registration experienceTherapeutic endorsementFor Orthoptists:Recognised IOA or equivalent tertiary qualificationMinimum 3 years post-registration experienceYoull also bring:Strong communication skills and attention to detailExcellent time management, problem-solving and clinical reasoningAbility to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environmentCommitment to continuous learning and service improvementWhy join us?Be part of a supportive, forward-thinking team in one of New Zealands 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.Working at Health New ZealandHealth 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 Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.How to ApplyAll applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by 07 December 2025.To apply please click apply now. To review the position description for Orthoptist please click here, or for Optometrist please click here.If you have further questions, please contact Amy Lin in the Recruitment Centre on amy.lin@middlemore.co.nz.We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.At Counties Manukau Health people and their lives matter to us.
We are a values based and inclusive organisation that is committed to delivering the best health outcomes for our community. To help us achieve this we need a workforce that reflects the population we serve. We strongly encourage applications from all backgrounds who share our values and have a passion to work in our community and would greatly value seeing applicants from our Maaori and Pacific communities.
We are also committed to our Disability Strategy, which focuses on people with disabilities; they are our patients, whaanau, community and our staff - all carefully considered in our action plan. Together we will improve the accessibility needs for everyone who has a disability.
Our values are Valuing Everyone- Whakawhanaungatanga , Kind Manaakitanga, Together Kotahitanga, Excellent- Rangatiratanga. If these are your values too, then join us today.