An outstanding opportunity exists for an experienced Consultant Ophthalmologist to join a highly regarded ophthalmology centre in New Plymouth. Situated in a region internationally recognised as one of the world’s Most Liveable Cities, this role offers an excellent combination of career progression and quality of life.
Position Highlights
- You will be part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary team including three New Zealand-trained Consultant Ophthalmologists, two Registrars, a Clinical Ophthalmic Nurse, and an Orthoptist.
- Working with cutting-edge ophthalmic equipment and technology, you will provide essential services to both public and private patients.
- 40 hour working week but flexible hours negotiable
- conduct out patients sessions
- review inpatients and share participation in the on-call roster
- contribute to ongoing service development and quality improvement initiatives
- You must hold, or be eligible for, vocational registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand .
- We are pleased to consider applications from candidates with any of the following qualifications: FRANZCO (Australia & New Zealand, American Board of Ophthalmology, FRCSC (Canada), FRCOphth (United Kingdom)
New Plymouth offers an unrivalled lifestyle, combining the best of outdoor adventure and urban sophistication.
Highlights include:
- Pristine beaches for swimming and world-class surfing
- Stunning Mount Taranaki for hiking, skiing, and mountaineering
- Extensive mountain biking trails and parks
- Art trails, music festivals, award-winning museums, galleries, and a vibrant café and dining culture
- Named one of the Most Liveable Cities globally, New Plymouth is a sustainable lifestyle capital where work-life balance is a reality.
- salary for the 40 hour working week consistent with the ASMS salary scale plus additional benefits for overtime and on call duties
- six weeks holiday per year
- superannuation at 6%
- a relocation package for international candidates
- reimbursement of Medical Practice expenses
- study leave and allowance
How to Apply
If you meet the eligibility criteria and are interested in this position please upload to CV with a cover letter for our immediate consideration