Lead Ophthalmic Photographer - Whangarei

Retinal Screening, Medical & Elder Services - Whangarei Hospital This is a permanent full‑time position (40 hours per week, Monday‑Friday 8am‑4:30pm). Travel to rural clinics within Northland as required. About the Role As an experienced Ophthalmic Photographer, you will capture ophthalmic images of patients with diabetes for the diagnosis of diabetic retinopathy and other ocular pathologies. The purpose of this role is to provide a patient‑centred service by completing screening and delivering results while maintaining a high level of accuracy and professional standards. You will lead service provision across relevant clinical areas to ensure high‑quality clinical images are captured, processed, and stored to support clinical decision‑making. Additionally, you will provide clinical leadership and support to less experienced medical photographers. The fixed salary for this role is $91,427. Travel and accommodation costs, where required, are provided under the organisation’s Travel Policy. About you As an experienced Ophthalmic Photographer, you will have excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams. In addition, you should have: Relevant tertiary qualifications in health, science, imaging, photography, or a related field such as a certificate or diploma in ophthalmic technology. Demonstrated knowledge of retinal photography and ophthalmic imaging techniques, particularly those used in diabetic retinal screening programmes (e.g., fundus photography). Demonstrated understanding of diabetic retinal screening principles, including image capture standards, grading requirements, and referral pathways. Minimum of five years of experience in retinal photography / ophthalmic imaging within a diabetic retinal screening service, ophthalmology service, or comparable clinical environment. Proven experience performing high‑quality fundus imaging in accordance with standardised protocols and producing images suitable for clinical grading and diagnosis. Experience mentoring, training, supervising or assessing less experienced staff in ophthalmic imaging techniques and clinical practice. Experience contributing to service development, protocol setting, quality assurance, audit or standardisation of imaging practice. Whilst not essential, the following qualifications and experiences are desired: Qualification in ophthalmic technology or related ophthalmic/technical discipline. Accredited member of Ophthalmic Photographers Society. Current CPR certification. Experience working with high‑needs populations, with demonstrated commitment to equity, including improving access and outcomes for Māori and other priority groups. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. #J-18808-Ljbffr