Medical Imaging Technologist - Oamaru

South Island - Otago Oamaru; Oamaru; On-site; NZD 77,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora's Oamaru Hospital radiology team is seeking a Medical Imaging Technologist for a full‑time fixed‑term role until February 2028. You will operate imaging equipment, produce high‑quality diagnostic images, and support patient comfort in a collaborative, supportive environment.

The team works 8am–5pm, Monday to Friday, with an urgent on‑call service for CT and X‑ray 24/7. Oamaru offers a balanced lifestyle in a close‑knit community with affordable living and great

Qualifications

• Current registration and Annual Practising Certificate with the Medical Radiation Technologists Board (MRTB).
• Strong commitment to patient safety, comfort and high-quality imaging.
• Clear and effective communication with patients and colleagues.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Operate imaging equipment safely and efficiently to produce diagnostic images.
• Ensure patient comfort throughout procedures and maintain a clean, safe environment.
• Collaborate with Radiology team, Emergency Department and ward doctors to provide timely imaging.
• Support on-call CT and X-ray services as part of the on-call rotation.

Skills

MRTB registration

Patient safety

Communication skills

Teamwork

Organisation

Job description

• Live in Oamaru – where affordable living, wide-open spaces, and a relaxed, welcoming lifestyle come together.
• Fixed Term, Full-Time role- 1.0 FTE (40 hours per week) until Feb 2028
• A supportive team, fast-paced environment with lots of interesting cases!

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

Join Oamaru Hospital's growing Radiology team on a fulltime, fixed term basis until February 2028! If fulltime hours don't work for you, let us know what does and we may be able to make something work!

In this role you will operate imaging equipment safely and efficiently, produce high-quality diagnostic images, ensure patient comfort throughout procedures, and maintain a clean, safe environment. You will work closely with the Radiology team, Emergency Department and ward doctors and wider healthcare teams, ensuring accurate imaging is provided in a timely manner to support patient diagnosis and treatment.

Our medical imaging team is experienced, supportive, and genuinely enjoy working together. We work hard, support one another, and value a workplace culture that balances professionalism with a good sense of humour.

Click here to learn more about the benefits and what it means to be a Medical Imaging Technologist with Health New Zealand.

About the Team/Service/Location

Oamaru Hospital is a small rural hospital just over an hour from Dunedin and three hours from Christchurch. The Radiology Department is made up of a small team of MITs and Sonographers who work closely together to provide an excellent service to the local community. Oamaru Radiology

We operate operates 8am-5pm Monday to Friday and provides an urgent on call service for CT and X-Ray 24/7.

Imagine finishing a rewarding day at work and being just minutes from stunning beaches, scenic walking tracks, and some of New Zealand's most beautiful landscapes. Oamaru offers the perfect balance of professional fulfilment and lifestyle, where Medical Imaging Technologists can enjoy a diverse and meaningful role while benefiting from a relaxed pace of life, affordable living, and a strong sense of community. With easy access to outdoor adventures, vibrant local cafés, historic heritage precincts, and a welcoming team environment, Oamaru is a place where you can grow your career without compromising on the things that matter most outside of work.

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About You

We are searching for confident, skilled Medical Imaging Technologist who is committed to patient centred care.

What you will bring:

• Current registration and Annual Practising Certificate with the Medical Radiation Technologists Board (MRTB).
• Strong commitment to patient safety, comfort and high-quality imaging.
• Clear and effective communication skills with patients and colleagues.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.

The successful Candidate will ideally be trained in CT but this is not essential. Training in CT will commence as soon as possible to allow the applicant to work independently on call once competent.

Salary range

This role belongs to the APEX/DHBs Medical Imaging Technologists Collective Agreement and falls between Step 1 ($77,087 p.a) and Step 7 ($107,600 p.a pro rata) of the Medical Imaging Technologists scale.

Working for 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.

Job details

Job Reference:

Job Reference: 1949413A

Location:

South Island - Otago - Oamaru

Job type:

Job type: Fixed Term

Expertise:

Clinical - Technical - Medical Imaging Technologist (MIT) / Radiographer