Seeking a consultant ophthalmologist to develop a new in house ophthalmology service in one of New Zealand's most attractive towns outside Wellington.
Position Highlights
- permanent , full time job in public sector hospital, 150 beds, secondary care just 90 minutes from Wellington
- current ophthalmology service is outsourced to Wellington
- develop an out patient and in patient local service catering to the 40,0000 population
- working week 40 hours
- opportunities for private practice
- excellent employee benefits including 6 weeks annual leave and comprehensive CME programmes
- Eligible for Vocational or Provisional Vocational Scope Registration with the New Zealand Medical Council.
- FRANZCO or specialist qualification in ophthalmology
- experience in service development
- Attractive salary between NZD 200,000 and NZD 350,000 PA.
- 6 weeks of annual leave.
- Allowances for on-call duties.
- Opportunities for professional development with CME programmes.
- Relocation Package
- Study leave 10 days per annum and NZD 16,000 PA allowance
Masterton is a large town in the Greater Wellington Region of New Zealand with a population of just over 29,000.
Highlights include:
- the main shopping and service centre for the rural Wairarapa region
- It’s a vibrant, family friendly place and home to a number of attractions and a terrific base to explore the spectacular Wairarapa coast as well as the nearby national wildlife centre, Pukaha.
- in the centre of town is the beautiful Queen Elizabeth Park, which has one of the best children’s playgrounds in New Zealand
- at the heart of the Classic New Zealand Wine Trail, Masterton is also the gateway to the wine growing regions of Opaki, Gladstone and Martinborough and the Tararua Forest Park, an outstanding area full of tramping, hunting and walking opportunities.
- affordable housing
- daily rail services link Wairarapa with the Wellington region, including the International Airport and Inter-Island ferry connections.
Please upload your CV and cover letter. We look forward to welcoming you into a dynamic and committed team of health professional in New Zealand.
We can assist with applications for registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand.