Radiology Service, Whakatāne Hospital

• FTE Negotiable 
• Free staff carparking
• Competitive salary + on site employee gym

Mō te tūranga - About the role

Whakatāne Hospital has recently undergone a shift review and is looking to recruit enthusiastic Medical Radiation Technologists (MIT) to work in our friendly Radiology Department, which is a small but busy general hospital serving the widely dispersed Eastern Bay of Plenty area.

The positions would suit experienced MITs, or final year students about to graduate. 

The successful applicant will be required to participate in the out-of-hours roster as well as to be prepared to work rostered duties which include weekend and public holiday dayshifts, evening and night shifts. 

The department has 2 general radiology rooms, a CT scanner and 2 Ultrasound rooms.

CT experience is not essential as training will be given.

If you are applying from overseas, to support your application, see if you are eligible for professional registration with the New Zealand Medical Radiation Technologists Board. please follow this link to find out how!

This position is on the green list for Immigration New Zealand in regard to permanent residency. For further information please go to the Immigration New Zealand Website. https://www.immigration.govt.nz/ 

He Korero mōu - About You 

To be successful in this position, you will need to demonstrate the following:

• Hold a current Annual Practicing Certificate or have applied for registration with the New Zealand Medical Radiations Technologists Board
• Experienced, approachable, and professional with a team-based approach
• A natural affinity for relationship building with both patients and staff alike
• Be a team player through and through, with refined communication skills
• Hold a current Annual Practicing Certificate or have applied for registration with the New Zealand Medical Radiations Technologists Board
• Highly adaptable, motivated and efficient

Ko o tatou painga – Our Benefits

• Relocation packages available for international candidates
• Beautiful coastlines and a family-friendly community
• Access to discounted staff holiday accommodation and a range of retail discounts
• Free flu vaccinations
• Continuous support for career development

Mō mātou - About us

We foster a positive and nurturing team environment and encourage individuals to develop and become the best possible Medical Imaging Technologist that they can be. If you are interested in being part of this dynamic and supportive team, then we would be pleased to hear from you. 

Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand, Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty is spread across two hospitals based in Tauranga and Whakatāne.  

Whakatane, NZ offers a lifestyle centered around community, nature, and a strong sense of connection to the land and the sea. There are good schools and excellent sports and recreational clubs and facilities. The lifestyle in Whakatane is relatively relaxed and laid-back, with a strong focus on the outdoors and enjoying the natural beauty of the area. The town has a small, tight-knit community feel, with plenty of local events and festivals throughout the year that bring people together.

click here to learn more about Whakatāne -  Whakatāne – Our People, Our Place, Welcome - YouTube   

Tono ināianei - Apply now

If these positions interest you, and you wish to be a part of a dynamic and supportive team, then we would be pleased to hear from you. 

In the interests of protecting our people and our patients, all appointments will be subject to the following:

• Occupational health assessment
• Police vetting/Ministry of Justice safety checks
• Serious misconduct checks (previous Public Service departments and statutory Crown entities only)
• It is desirable that new employees of Te Whatu Ora are fully vaccinated against COVID-19, which includes two doses of an approved vaccine. If you are unable to receive a COVID-19 vaccine for any reason, please indicate this in your application so we can discuss this with you further.

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