Clinical Cardiac Physiologist

New Zealand Government; Hawke's Bay; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Hawke's Bay invites applications for a Clinical Cardiac Physiologist at Hawkes Bay Fallen Soldiers Hospital. This permanent, full-time role (80 hours per fortnight, 1 FTE) is negotiable and offers opportunity to develop specialist cardiac physiology skills while delivering high-quality patient care across Hawke's Bay.

You will work in Cardiology Outpatients with a focus on pacing, performing ECGs, Holter and BP monitoring, exercise tolerance testing, Coronary

Qualifications

• Registration as a Cardiac Physiologist with the Clinical Physiologists Registration Board and an Annual Practising Certificate.
• Registration with the Society of Cardiopulmonary Technology (NZ) Inc.
• Experience in cardiac physiology services or intermediate level practice with a desire to develop specialist skills.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Provide high standard of clinical care within Cardiology Outpatients with a focus on pacing and related procedures.
• Perform ECGs, Holter, blood pressure monitoring and exercise tolerance testing.
• Support Coronary Angiography, PCI and pacemaker/device implantation/management.
• Contribute to service development, audits, education and quality improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with cardiologists, nurses and other healthcare professionals.

Skills

Cardiac physiology

Clinical practice

Communication skills

Independent work

Professional development

Education

Cardiac Physiologist registration

Annual Practising Certificate

Society of Cardiopulmonary Technology (NZ) Inc. registration

Job description

Clinical Cardiac Physiologist - Hawkes Bay Fallen Soldiers HospitalPermanent, Full Time, 80 hours per fortnight (1 FTE) - negotiable

A fantastic opportunity to develop and apply specialist cardiac physiology skills while making a meaningful difference to patients receiving cardiac care across Hawke's Bay.

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

As a Clinical Cardiac Physiologist, you will provide a high standard of clinical care and expertise within Cardiology Outpatients, with a particular focus on pacing and associated cardiac procedures. Working both independently and collaboratively, you will use advanced clinical knowledge to assess, monitor, investigate, and support patients undergoing a range of cardiac diagnostic and interventional procedures.

This is a rewarding and varied role where you will be involved in a broad range of cardiac investigations and procedures, including ECGs, Holter and blood pressure monitoring, exercise tolerance testing, Coronary Angiography, Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI) and pacemaker and complex device implantation and management. You will work closely with cardiologists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals, while also contributing to service development, clinical audits, education, and quality improvement initiatives that enhance patient care and outcomes.

We welcome applications from experienced Clinical Cardiac Physiologists as well as intermediate level practitioners who are looking to further develop their skills within a supportive and progressive cardiology service.

About the Team/Service/ Location

Our Cardiology Outpatient Service provides specialist cardiac diagnostics and support services to patients across Hawke's Bay. Based in Hastings, you will join a skilled and supportive multidisciplinary team committed to delivering high quality, patient centred care and improving cardiovascular health outcomes for our community.

About you

• Registration as a Cardiac Physiologist with the Clinical Physiologists Registration Board and a current Annual Practising Certificate
• Registration with the Society of Cardiopulmonary Technology (NZ) Inc.
• Experience working within cardiac physiology services, or an intermediate level of clinical practice with a desire to further develop specialist skills
• Excellent communication and relationship building skills
• The ability to work independently while contributing positively to a multidisciplinary team
• A commitment to professional development, evidence based practice, and continuous improvement
• A commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and achieving equitable health outcomes for Māori and all communities

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 diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.