Ophthalmology Fellow | 2026

About the Company At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, we are committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders, grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi. We strive to provide excellent healthcare and are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce to better understand and serve our community. About the Role We invite you to join our fifth-year Ophthalmology Fellowship program at the Canterbury Eye Service, located in Christchurch. This region is celebrated for its lifestyle, culture, and stunning natural beauty. As a Fellow, you will have the opportunity to work in a supportive environment dedicated to excellence in patient care, teaching, and research. In this role, you will gain exposure to a wide range of subspecialties, including medical retina, uveitis, glaucoma, pediatric ophthalmology, neuro-ophthalmology, oculoplastics, and anterior segment/corneal care. If you aspire to become a comprehensive ophthalmologist, wish to enhance your general ophthalmology experience, or have a specific area of interest, we can tailor the fellowship to meet your preferences, such as providing additional focus in anterior segment, glaucoma, or oculoplastics. Your responsibilities will include: - Working within a tertiary referral service that provides care to a population of over 700,000 across the South Island - Performing regular unsupervised cataract surgery lists - Having access to supervised subspecialty operating lists in your preferred areas - Collaborating with RANZCO trainees and junior registrars - Contributing to the acute eye service - Engaging in research opportunities within the department About the Team You will be joining a large, friendly, and highly supportive team at the Canterbury Eye Department. Our team consists of 13 consultants and a skilled group of nurses, orthoptists, optometrists, ophthalmology assistants, and administrative staff, creating a cohesive and collaborative environment. About You To be successful in this role, you will need to meet the following requirements: - Eligibility for registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand - Previous ophthalmology experience, including surgical exposure (at least 3-4 years of clinical ophthalmology experience and the ability to perform cataract surgery independently, including managing complications) - The ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment - A commitment to delivering patient-centered care - An interest or experience in research is an advantage Benefits As an Ophthalmology Fellow, your salary and benefits will be aligned with the ASMS Senior Medical and Dental Officers Collective Agreement. This ensures recognition of your experience, along with a generous Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowance and support for research pursuits. You can expect an annual salary of $179,480. How to Apply If you are interested in this opportunity, please click "Apply now" to submit your application. For further information, feel free to contact Amy Walker, Recruitment Specialist, at Amy.Walker@cdhb.health.nz. We look forward to receiving your application and welcoming you to our team.