Orthoptist, Ophthalmology Department at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Counties Manukau, Auckland

Full-time | permanent role | Salary as per PSA Allied Health MECA

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.

Are you a dedicated Orthoptist with a passion for patient-centred care and professional excellence? We are seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Orthoptist to join our Ophthalmology team at Te Whatu Ora Counties Manukau, Auckland delivering high-quality orthoptic assessments and management across our diverse community.

What youll do:

• Provide expert orthoptic assessments and tailored care for adult and paediatric patients.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including Ophthalmologists, Optometrists, Nurses and Technicians.
• Lead and manage orthoptist-led clinics independently.
• Support clinical education and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Contribute to the delivery of regional services across Counties Manukau, and other Northern region sites.

What you bring:

• A recognised Orthoptics qualification (IOA or associate member country).
• Registration with NZ Orthoptics Society (NZOSI) required upon commencement of employment.
• Minimum 2 years of post-registration experience.
• Strong clinical judgment, communication, and documentation skills.
• A commitment to cultural safety, patient rights, and service excellence.

Why join us?

• Be part of a supportive, forward-thinking team in one of New Zealands most diverse communities.
• Ongoing professional development and research opportunities.
• Work in a multidisciplinary setting with access to state-of-the-art equipment.
• Contribute to the delivery of regional services across Counties Manukau, and other Northern region sites.

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. 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 Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by 17 December 2025. To apply please click apply now.  To review the position description, please click here.

If you have further questions, please contact Amy Lin in the Recruitment Centre on amy.lin@middlemore.co.nz.

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.