Head of Treatment – Radiation Therapist

Capital & Coast District Health Board; Wellington; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading health organization as the Head of Treatment – Radiation Therapist in Wellington. This role offers a chance to lead a dedicated team in a state-of-the-art facility, ensuring high-quality, patient-centred care while driving innovation in treatment delivery. Ideal candidates will possess strong leadership and communication skills, along with required qualifications. The position emphasizes collaboration within a dynamic, diverse team focused on continuous service improvement.

Qualifications

• Compassionate, patient-focused Radiation Therapist.
• In-depth knowledge of radiation therapy systems and workflows.
• Natural leader, capable of fostering strong working relationships.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and supervise the radiation treatment area.
• Drive innovation and contribute to treatment protocols.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team for high-quality patient care.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Patient-focused care

Education

Registered with NZ Medical Radiation Technologists Board

Current Annual Practising Certificate

Tools

Radiation therapy treatment systems

Job description

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

Salary: Designated E Grade, Step 1 (APEX & Te Whatu Ora Radiation Therapist Collective Agreement 8 April 2024 – 7 April 2026)

As the Head of Treatment – Radiation Therapist, you’ll play a key leadership role in supporting the Team Leader – Radiation Therapist, taking responsibility for the day-to-day coordination and supervision of the radiation treatment area. You’ll work closely with the multidisciplinary team to ensure smooth operations, high-quality patient care, and continuous service improvement.

Recognised as the treatment expert, you'll drive innovation, lead practice development, and contribute to protocols and pathways that shape the future of treatment delivery. While this role includes delegated staff management responsibilities, it carries no direct budgetary oversight.

This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate and experienced Radiation Therapist to lead with impact, inspire clinical excellence, and make a real difference in patient care

About the Team/Service Location

Our Radiation Oncology team is a vibrant, supportive, and forward-thinking group dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care. We pride ourselves on our collaborative culture and commitment to innovation, consistently delivering a wide range of advanced treatment techniques.

You’ll be working in a well-equipped department featuring state-of-the-art technology, including three fleet-matched TrueBeam Linear Accelerators with IGRT, VMAT< FFF, gating, and stereotactic capabilities. Our facilities also include a Superficial X-ray unit, HDR brachytherapy suite with a dedicated theatre, our own CT scanner, and a fully integrated, single-vendor treatment planning and patient management system.

Join a team that values excellence, embraces innovation, and puts patients at the heart of everything we do.

About you

As a Head of Treatment you will be a compassionate, patient-focused Radiation Therapist who thrives in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment. With excellent communication skills and a commitment to delivering high-quality care, you align with the values and vision of CCHV.

You bring in-depth knowledge of radiation therapy treatment systems, software, and workflows, along with a strong understanding of standards, policies, and data intelligence in clinical practice. But beyond technical expertise, you’re a natural leader – someone who is authentic, honest, and confident in building strong working relationships across the wider team, including SMOs, RTs, Physics, Nursing, and the broader MDT.

You understand that leadership is as much about people as it is about practice, and you’re ready to guide, support, and inspire others to achieve shared goals.

To be considered, you must:

• Be a New Zealand Citizen or hold (or be eligible for) a valid NZ Work Visa
• Be registered with the New Zealand Medical Radiation Technologists Board
• Hold a current Annual Practising Certificate

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.

How to Apply

To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal by 27 July 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact [e-mail]

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.