Orthoptist

Auckland Eye

Trust: Auckland Eye Ltd

Band/Salary: To be discussed

Employment Type: Permanent

Working Hours: 40 hours per week

Closing date: 31st October 2026

Job description: 

We are seeking a qualified and experienced Orthoptist to join our team in beautiful Auckland, New Zealand.

We have an exciting opportunity for a passionate and experienced orthoptist to join our clinical team. This is a permanent, full-time role (40 hours per week – Monday to Friday and no late nights or weekend work), where the successful candidate will undertake varied orthoptic responsibilities, including working in specialist paediatric, ocular motility, and neuro-ophthalmology clinics. Reporting to the lead ophthalmic technician, you will provide orthoptic assessments and ophthalmic technical assistance to our team of ophthalmologists, ensuring comprehensive patient care.

Key responsibilities:

Work closely with our team of 20 specialist ophthalmologists, including 4 paediatric ophthalmologists and 2 neuro-ophthalmologists, across our main clinic and outer clinics.

Complete evaluations and treatment of adult and paediatric patients with disorders of the visual system, with an emphasis on binocular vision and eye movement disorders, evaluation of need for and fitting of Fresnel and spectacle prisms, convergence exercises, infant vision assessment, retinoscopy, and refraction.

Provide technical assistance to ophthalmologists during patient consultations, procedures, and diagnostic tests.

Offer education and support to patients and families regarding their eye conditions and treatment options.

Potential for involvement in clinical research trials, contributing to advancements in eye care.

Our ideal candidate will have:
3 -5 years Orthoptic experience (ideally)

Ability to work unsupervised and communicate with people in a friendly and professional manner.

Flexibility with working hours.

Essential qualification required:
Professional Orthoptic qualifications e.g. Bachelor of Science in Orthoptics: BSc (Orth), BMedSci (Orth) and/or Diploma in British Orthoptics (DBO)

We can offer you:
Competitive salary based on experience

Relocation support

Opportunities for professional development and continuing education

A great place to work – a supportive work environment with a focus on team collaboration

Visa sponsorship and relocation support are available for eligible overseas applicants.

If this role sounds like you, send Sarah your CV and cover letter today to sarahbarr@aucklandeye.co.nz – I would be happy to chat and answer any questions you may have about our role and moving to New Zealand!

Orthoptist & Family Experience Lead – United States

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Trust: United States

Band/Salary: £75,000 – £82,000

Employment Type: Permanent

Working Hours: Full time (Monday-Friday)

Closing date: 22/06/2026

Job description:

Orthoptist & Family Experience Lead — Confidential Search:
A relationship-centred paediatric ophthalmology practice in the United States, is open to a UK-trained, orthoptist to join a growing team. This is a dual role: full-scope clinical orthoptics paired with a leading voice in how families experience the practice.

About the practice:
The practice has unhurried clinics, and continuity of care with the
same families over time. We see a good number of patients but there is no NHS-style administrative burden.

Core orthoptic work:

  • Assess and manage eye-movement disorders and binocular vision problems as an autonomous practitioner, primarily in children
  • Diagnose and manage squint, amblyopia, and visual-development concerns
  • Work closely with the eye doctors as part of a small, collaborative clinical team
  • Maintain clinical records to the standards expected of a registered orthoptist
  • Contribute to clinical workflow design, equipment selection, and the patient journey experience

The wider remit:
Alongside clinical practice, the post-holder will help by serving as a trusted relationship point of contact for families and helping build the culture of a
thoughtful, warm, mission-driven practice.

Who we are looking for:
Essential: UK-trained orthoptist, confident working with children and families. Equally essential: exceptional warmth, discretion, emotional
perceptiveness, and a genuine wish to help build something rather than simply hold a post. Interest in private practice is a strong advantage.

Important practical notes:
This is a US-based, relocation role. HCPC registration does
not transfer automatically; Eventual US clinical certification (American Orthoptic Council) preferred and a work visa are required. The practice will fully support the successful candidate through relocation, credentialing, and visa sponsorship, and candidates should understand this is a planned transition with its own timeline.

Search status:
The practice details will be disclosed to shortlisted candidates during the
recruitment process.

To express interest:
Email your CV, resume and a note of your interest to
emcwright@berkeley.edu and we will respond promptly.

Orthoptist – Auckland Eye Ltd, New Zealand

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Role: Orthoptist

Trust: Auckland Eye Ltd.

Band/Salary: 3-5 years experience – salary to be discussed.

Employment Type: Permanent

Closing date: 09/06/2026

Job description:

We are seeking a qualified and experienced Orthoptist to join our team in beautiful Auckland, New Zealand.

Auckland offers a vibrant city lifestyle with easy access to beaches, hiking trails and cultural attractions. This is a unique opportunity to advance your career while enjoying a world-class lifestyle in a country known for its natural beauty and work-life balance.

About Auckland Eye:

Auckland Eye Limited is one of the largest private sub-speciality ophthalmology providers in New Zealand. Our services include clinic consultations, minor procedures and full ophthalmology surgical procedures in one of our three state-of-the-art day stay centres. Patient care is at the centre of everything we do, with employees and doctors living our values of empathy, integrity, partnership and expertise to provide life changing eye care and exceptional patient experiences.

About the role:

We have an exciting opportunity for a passionate and experienced orthoptist to join our clinical team. This is a permanent, full-time role (40 hours per week – Monday to Friday and no late nights or weekend work), where the successful candidate will undertake varied orthoptic responsibilities, including working in specialist paediatric, ocular motility, and neuro-ophthalmology clinics. Reporting to the lead ophthalmic technician, you will provide orthoptic assessments and ophthalmic technical assistance to our team of ophthalmologists, ensuring comprehensive patient care.

Key responsibilities:
  • Work closely with our team of 20 specialist ophthalmologists, including 4 paediatric ophthalmologists and 2 neuro-ophthalmologists, across our main clinic and outer clinics.
  • Complete evaluations and treatment of adult and paediatric patients with disorders of the visual system, with an emphasis on binocular vision and eye movement disorders, evaluation of need for and fitting of Fresnel and spectacle prisms, convergence exercises, infant vision assessment, retinoscopy, and refraction.
  • Provide technical assistance to ophthalmologists during patient consultations, procedures, and diagnostic tests.
  • Offer education and support to patients and families regarding their eye conditions and treatment options.
  • Potential for involvement in clinical research trials, contributing to advancements in eye care.
Our ideal candidate will have:
  • 3-5 years orthoptic experience (ideally).
  • Ability to work unsupervised and communicate with people in a friendly and professional manner.
  • Flexibility with working hours.
Essential qualification required:
  • Professional Orthoptic qualifications e.g. Bachelor of Science in Orthoptics: BSc (Orth), BMedSci (Orth) and/or Diploma in British Orthoptics (DBO)
We can offer you:
  • Competitive salary based on experience.
  • Relocation support.
  • Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.
  • A great place to work – a supportive work environment with a focus on team collaboration.
  • Visa sponsorship and relocation support are available for eligible overseas applicants.

If this role sounds like you, send Sarah Barr your CV and cover letter today to HR@aucklandeye.co.nz – I would be happy to chat and answer any questions you may have about our role and moving to New Zealand!

Orthoptist, Ophthalmology Department – Health New Zealand – Te Whatu Ora

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Band/Salary: $88,627 – $110,210 NZD, depending on skills and experience.

Employment Type: One-year fixed term or permanent. Full time, 40 hours per week.

Closing date: 10/12/2025

Summary:

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 Health New Zealand – Te Whatu Ora – Counties Manukau, Auckland, delivering high-quality orthoptic assessments and management across our diverse community.

 

What you’ll do includes the following:

  • 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 brings includes the following:

  • A recognised Orthoptics qualification (IOA or associate member country)
  • Registration with NZ Orthoptics Society (NZOSI) required upon commencement of employment
  • Minimum of two 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 Zealand’s 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

 

View position description

 

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:

  • Please apply via the Health New Zealand – Te Whatu Ora website
  • To apply please click ‘apply now’. All applications must be submitted through the online careers portal. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Amy Lin, Recruitment Consultant at 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.

 

 

 

Orthoptist – Auckland Eye Ltd, New Zealand

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Role: Orthoptist

Trust: Auckland Eye Ltd.

Band/Salary: 3-5 years experience – salary to be discussed.

Employment Type: Permanent, 40 hours per week.

Closing date: 10/01/2026

Job description:

We are seeking a qualified and experienced Orthoptist to join our team in beautiful Auckland, New Zealand.

Auckland offers a vibrant city lifestyle with easy access to beaches, hiking trails and cultural attractions. This is a unique opportunity to advance your career while enjoying a world-class lifestyle in a country known for its natural beauty and work-life balance.

About Auckland Eye:

Auckland Eye Limited is one of the largest private sub-speciality ophthalmology providers in New Zealand. Our services include clinic consultations, minor procedures and full ophthalmology surgical procedures in one of our three state-of-the-art day stay centres. Patient care is at the centre of everything we do, with employees and doctors living our values of empathy, integrity, partnership and expertise to provide life changing eye care and exceptional patient experiences.

About the role:

We have an exciting opportunity for a passionate and experienced orthoptist to join our clinical team. This is a permanent, full-time role (40 hours per week – Monday to Friday and no late nights or weekend work), where the successful candidate will undertake varied orthoptic responsibilities, including working in specialist paediatric, ocular motility, and neuro-ophthalmology clinics. Reporting to the lead ophthalmic technician, you will provide orthoptic assessments and ophthalmic technical assistance to our team of ophthalmologists, ensuring comprehensive patient care.

Key responsibilities:
  • Work closely with our team of 20 specialist ophthalmologists, including 4 paediatric ophthalmologists and 2 neuro-ophthalmologists, across our main clinic and outer clinics.
  • Complete evaluations and treatment of adult and paediatric patients with disorders of the visual system, with an emphasis on binocular vision and eye movement disorders, evaluation of need for and fitting of Fresnel and spectacle prisms, convergence exercises, infant vision assessment, retinoscopy, and refraction.
  • Provide technical assistance to ophthalmologists during patient consultations, procedures, and diagnostic tests.
  • Offer education and support to patients and families regarding their eye conditions and treatment options.
  • Potential for involvement in clinical research trials, contributing to advancements in eye care.
Our ideal candidate will have:
  • 3-5 years orthoptic experience (ideally).
  • Ability to work unsupervised and communicate with people in a friendly and professional manner.
  • Flexibility with working hours.
Essential qualification required:
  • Professional Orthoptic qualifications e.g. Bachelor of Science in Orthoptics: BSc (Orth), BMedSci (Orth) and/or Diploma in British Orthoptics (DBO)
We can offer you:
  • Competitive salary based on experience.
  • Relocation support.
  • Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.
  • A great place to work – a supportive work environment with a focus on team collaboration.
  • Visa sponsorship and relocation support are available for eligible overseas applicants.

If this role sounds like you, send Sarah Barr your CV and cover letter today to HR@aucklandeye.co.nz – I would be happy to chat and answer any questions you may have about our role and moving to New Zealand!