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Non-Training Ophthalmology Registrar | Annual Recruitment 2026
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.
About the Role
The Ophthalmology Department is accredited by RANZCO for training Ophthalmologists and is comprised of an outpatient department and specialist clinics providing emergency, tertiary, secondary and primary eye care to the people of Canterbury/West Coast, and the South Island.
- Enhance your career with first class training and supervision from the Medical Education & Training Unit (METU).
- Be supported by our Resident Doctors’ Support Team (RDST)
- Access support at all hours, including after-hours support from the Clinical Team Coordinators and SMOs.
- Work in a supportive friendly and fun team environment.
- Live in a vibrant city, with a creative undercurrent. We have hills, beaches and ski fields a short drive from Christchurch City.
About you
- Must have completed PGY2.
- Previous experience in Ophthalmology at a registrar level would be advantageous
- You must be eligible for a general of provisional general registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand. You can check your eligibility by visiting the Council's website
- Competency with te ao Māori, tikanga, and te reo Māori or a commitment to starting your journey and taking ownership of your learning and growth.
- Experience in projects / initiatives which give effect to Te Tiriti principals and frameworks, and the application of Mātauranga Māori and Kaupapa Māori approaches, particularly as they apply in healthcare settings.
Working for 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 diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.
How to Apply
To apply please
click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted
through our online careers’ portal by 9th June 2025. If you have any
questions about the role, please contact rdst@cdhb.health.nz