Optometrist

About the Company Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is committed to the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and aims to create a health system that serves all New Zealanders effectively. We believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce, which allows us to better understand and meet the needs of the communities we serve. About the Role We are currently seeking an enthusiastic Optometrist to join the Ophthalmology Department at Dunedin Hospital. This full-time position, which offers 40 hours per week, is an integral part of our multi-disciplinary team approach to providing optimal patient care. In this role, you will have the opportunity to enhance your skills and knowledge across various subspecialty fields, including retinal, glaucoma, paediatric, acute, and general pathologies. Our unique learning environment features elective treatment options, acute service provision, departmental teaching sessions, and opportunities for professional development. We are looking for a candidate who is driven to achieve excellence through evidence-based clinical practice and who thrives in a bustling environment. You will work autonomously while also collaborating and consulting with other members of the Ophthalmology team to maintain our patient-focused, team-oriented approach. Requirements We welcome applications from new graduates. Candidates must possess current registration and a practicing certificate as a New Zealand Optometrist and Dispensing Optician. This position falls within the PSA Allied, Public Health, Scientific and Technical Multi-Employer Collective Agreement, with a salary range from Step 1 ($77,087 p.a.) to Step 8 ($110,210 p.a.) on the Degree-based Allied, Public Health and Technical Pay Scale. Benefits Working with Health New Zealand means being part of an organization dedicated to providing excellent healthcare to the people of New Zealand. We embrace a diverse workforce, welcoming applications from Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities, among others. How to Apply To apply for this position, please click ‘apply now.’ All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by Friday, 4 July 2025. If you have any questions regarding the role, please feel free to reach out to James Boyd at james.boyd@tewhatuora.govt.nz. We will begin reviewing applications as they are received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date. Please note that we only accept online applications via our website.