Ophthalmologist, Oculoplastic or Vitreoretinal sub-speciality Opportunity in Hawkes Bay

About the Role

The successful candidate will work in a team of Ophthalmologists, registrars, an orthoptist, and a specialist ophthalmic nurse in the outpatient clinic and operating theatre. We run optometrist and nurse-led glaucoma clinics, registrar-led minor procedures clinics, and have nurse injectors for avastin clinics.

This secondary level, 400-bed accredited public hospital provides acute and elective care for our region of over 162,000 people.

About the Team / Service / Location

Hawke’s Bay Ophthalmologists have a collegial attitude and an active commitment to ongoing education. Monthly continuing medical education meetings are held and ongoing audit is actively encouraged. A generous budget is allocated to attend meetings and courses in New Zealand and overseas.

We have no doubt that you will love everything Hawke’s Bay has to offer. Situated on the east coast of the North Island, enjoy the stunning climate and beaches, a wide range of sporting and leisure opportunities, wine, food, and cultural activities. An environment and work / life balance that is second to none.

About you

• The successful applicant will have a range of experience in general ophthalmology with subspecialty training in Oculoplastic or Vitreoretinal surgery being an advantage.
• The successful applicant will possess either FRANZCO or an equivalent qualification that would lead to specialist recognition and have an ongoing commitment to providing a high-class service to the community.
• Applicants must be registered, or eligible for vocational registration, with the New Zealand Medical Council as a Specialist Ophthalmologist.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply online and attach an up-to-date copy of your CV for consideration.

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