Ophthalmology Vitreoretina Fellow | May 2026
Location : Christchurch |
Employment Type : Fixed Term Full-Time(12 months from May 2026)
Join a friendly and supportive eye department and advanceyour sub-specialty training in a renowned tertiary referral centre.
This is an exciting opportunity for a Vitreoretinal (VR)Fellow to gain hands-on experience in a busy tertiary setting, supported byexperienced consultants and access to research opportunities. Your salary of $179,480and benefits will align with the ASMS Senior Medical and Dental Officers Collective Agreement, recognising your experience and offering a generouscontinuing medical education budget.
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora
is firmly groundedin the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a healthsystem that serves all New Zealanders.
About the Role
As Vitreoretinal Fellow, you will work alongside a team of13 consultants across various subspecialties including VR, uveitis, glaucoma,paediatrics, neuro-ophthalmology, oculoplastics, and anterior segment/cornea. Your responsibilities will include 2 - 3 theatre lists per week (mostlysupervised VR lists or independent cataract surgery), and a mixture ofvitreoretinal and medical retina and acute clinics. You will be working with 3experienced vitreoretinal consultants and helping with supervision of trainees. The role includes the potential for participation in research and access tohigh-quality equipment and teaching.
About the Team / Service / Location
Based in Christchurch, the Canterbury Eye Service is atertiary referral centre for the greater South Island. You will join a team ofexperienced consultants, nurses, orthoptists, optometrists, and ophthalmologyassistants. The department has a strong culture of collegiality, support, andcontinuous learning.
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About You
To be successful in this role, you will have:
Eligibilityfor registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand
Priorophthalmology experience with a focus or interest in vitreoretinal surgery
Acollaborative and team-focused approach to patient care
Acommitment to teaching and mentoring junior staff
Interestor experience in contributing to research activities
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuringexcellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa New Zealand. We embrace aworkforce that is diverse and inclusive, enabling us to better serve ourcommunities. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled,and rainbow communities.
How to Apply
To apply, please click “apply now.” All applications must besubmitted through our online careers portal.
We will review applications as they are received and may proceed withinterviews before the closing date.
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