Consultant Ophthalmologist- Te Toka Tumai

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Join the largest tertiary care centre and clinical research facility with leading ophthalmology services in New Zealand! Professional practice & growth opportunity with a New Zealand lifestyle experience. Fulltime and part time opportunities. 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.

Opportunity\n

Are you an experienced Consultant Ophthalmologist? We have exciting opportunities across a range of ophthalmic subspecialties, including the following:

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• Medical Retina
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• Cornea
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• Uveitis
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• Glaucoma
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• Neuro-Ophthalmology
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You can specify your preferred speciality when submitting your application. We’re recruiting for both permanent part‑time and full‑time vacancies.

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You will be employed by Te Toka Tumai, and you will be responsible to provide services at various sites across Auckland. You will provide specialist ophthalmic services to the diverse population of the Auckland region. Working alongside a large team of part‑time and full‑time Consultants providing tertiary sub‑specialist provision in all areas of Ophthalmology, you will enjoy working in a collaborative and cohesive team.

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You will also have the opportunity to engage in teaching as Te Toka Tumai, Auckland is a major teaching and research centre, with strong links with the University of Auckland.

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To discuss this role further, please contact Dr Sarah Welch (Service Clinical Director) at [email protected]. click here to view the position description.

About the Team / Service / Location\n

Positioned in the centre of Auckland one of the worlds most liveable cities, our Ophthalmology Service provides high quality care to patients in the Auckland Region and offers a range of secondary and tertiary services.

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Auckland is a fantastic place for you and your family to live with amazing cuisine, culture and coastal scenery. Our waterfront districts, shopping and dining precincts will keep you busy. Our wild west coast surf beaches and the Hauraki Gulf and islands including beautiful Waiheke Island and its vineyard restaurants are simply stunning. Aucklands packed calendar of festivals and events, our vibrant Māori and Pacific culture, and impressive line‑up of major sporting events will certainly keep you entertained all year round!

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For more information on living and working in Auckland click here.

About you\n

You will be registered or be eligible for Vocational registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand, and have undertaken postgraduate training in Ophthalmology, obtaining Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of Ophthalmologist (or equivalent). Please note; you will be required to provide source verification of your qualifications for your registration application. For more information about the registration process and source verification of qualifications, please visit www.mcnz.org.nz.

Working at Health New Zealand\n

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand.

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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 diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to apply\n

To apply please click apply now.

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All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by 22nd July 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Aqeela Razvi, Recruitment Consultant at [email protected].

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