Orthoptist, Christchurch

Orthoptist at Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Waitaha Canterbury, Christchurch Based at Christchurch Outpatients Hours of Work are between Monday - Friday 0730 -1730 Fixed term full time contract to cover parental leave, through to March 2026 Salary is as per PSA AHS&T SECA, based on experience Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Orais firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicatedto serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we - rebuilding a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability,whānau-centred care, and excellence.About the role We have a fixed-term full-timeopportunity for an Orthoptist to cover a parental leave position for up to 12months at Christchurch Hospital, New Zealand. The role encompasses paediatric andadult orthoptic investigation, diagnosis and management, as well as VisualFields, cataract pre-assessments - IOL - Master and ultrasound biometry, cornealtopography, fundal and anterior segment photography, and general ophthalmicclinic work-up duties.We are seeking either a recent graduate or experienced Orthoptist with good clinicalknowledge, and experience with ophthalmic technical equipment, efficient andaccurate work practices, and strong interpersonal skills. Christchurch Hospital services a large area of New Zealand's South Island, isclose to ski fields and ideal location to access numerous outdoor adventuresand explore the spectacular scenery.Joining a team of Registered Nurses, Ophthalmic Assistants, Orthoptists, Optometrists, and Ophthalmic Technicians; you will work closely with our highly skilled and specialised Ophthalmologists with specific interests in Paediatrics and Neuro-ophthalmology, among others. You'll see a wide diversity of clinical practice and exposure to eye pathology not available in the community setting.About You You'll have experience with a wide range of technical equipment, which will see you transition easily into our busy team consisting of allied eye professionals, as well as a large team of nurses. We're actively involved in paediatric and adult strabismus assessments, cataract assessments - IOL master and ultrasound biometry, Visual Fields (Goldmann and Humphrey), corneal topography (Pentacam), OCT, Optos, general ophthalmic duties, auditing and research practices.This fixed term role is for 40 hours per week. Workingfor Health New Zealand HealthNew Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is 'the weaving of wellnesses'.We're dedicated toensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand. TheEquity Work Programme at Health NZ focuses on helping everyone in the healthsystem think about equity when they do their work. It also promotes thecultural change needed for the whole system to reach equity in health outcomes.Our people are at the heart ofeverything we do. Health New Zealand are committed to being good employers andhonouring our equal employment opportunity obligations. Ourcommitment to equity, diversity and inclusion Wewant to see the real you in your application and welcome the real you on boardif you come and work with us. Skills are gained across many areas of our life,not just in formal employment. If you can demonstrate the skills listed in thead, but the experience was gained through whānau life, community or mahi aroha(volunteering) we encourage you to apply and share your story with us in yourcover letter.Weparticularly welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled,and rainbow communities. Howto Apply Toview the position description and/or apply for the role please click - applynow. - All applications must be submitted through our onlinecareers portal . If you have any questions aboutthe role, please contact Alex Jay at ō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role Based at Christchurch Outpatients Hours of Work are between Monday - Friday 0730 -1730 Fixed term full time contract to cover parental leave, through to March 2026 Salary is as per PSA AHS&T SECA, based on experience Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Orais firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicatedto serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we - rebuilding a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability,whānau-centred care, and excellence.About the role We have a fixed-term full-timeopportunity for an Orthoptist to cover a parental leave position for up to 12months at Christchurch Hospital, New Zealand. The role encompasses paediatric andadult orthoptic investigation, diagnosis and management, as well as VisualFields, cataract pre-assessments - IOL - Master and ultrasound biometry, cornealtopography, fundal and anterior segment photography, and general ophthalmicclinic work-up duties.We are seeking either a recent graduate or experienced Orthoptist with good clinicalknowledge, and experience with ophthalmic technical equipment, efficient andaccurate work practices, and strong interpersonal skills. Christchurch Hospital services a large area of New Zealand's South Island, isclose to ski fields and ideal location to access numerous outdoor adventuresand explore the spectacular scenery.Joining a team of Registered Nurses, Ophthalmic Assistants, Orthoptists, Optometrists, and Ophthalmic Technicians; you will work closely with our highly skilled and specialised Ophthalmologists with specific interests in Paediatrics and Neuro-ophthalmology, among others. You'll see a wide diversity of clinical practice and exposure to eye pathology not available in the community setting.About You You'll have experience with a wide range of technical equipment, which will see you transition easily into our busy team consisting of allied eye professionals, as well as a large team of nurses. We're actively involved in paediatric and adult strabismus assessments, cataract assessments - IOL master and ultrasound biometry, Visual Fields (Goldmann and Humphrey), corneal topography (Pentacam), OCT, Optos, general ophthalmic duties, auditing and research practices.This fixed term role is for 40 hours per week. Workingfor Health New Zealand HealthNew Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is 'the weaving of wellnesses'.We're dedicated toensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand. TheEquity Work Programme at Health NZ focuses on helping everyone in the healthsystem think about equity when they do their work. It also promotes thecultural change needed for the whole system to reach equity in health outcomes.Our people are at the heart ofeverything we do. Health New Zealand are committed to being good employers andhonouring our equal employment opportunity obligations. Ourcommitment to equity, diversity and inclusion Wewant to see the real you in your application and welcome the real you on boardif you come and work with us. Skills are gained across many areas of our life,not just in formal employment. If you can demonstrate the skills listed in thead, but the experience was gained through whānau life, community or mahi aroha(volunteering) we encourage you to apply and share your story with us in yourcover letter.Weparticularly welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled,and rainbow communities. Howto Apply Toview the position description and/or apply for the role please click - applynow. - All applications must be submitted through our onlinecareers portal . If you have any questions aboutthe role, please contact Alex Jay at senote, we will be reviewing applications when received and may proceed with therecruitment process, before the closing date of this advert. Employer: Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Waitaha Canterbury Note: You may be redirected to the employer's careers website. #J-18808-Ljbffr