New Graduate Staff Radiation Therapist

Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Capital, Coast & Hutt Valley; Wellington; On-site; NZD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in New Zealand seeks motivated new graduate Radiation Therapists to join their team at the Wellington Blood and Cancer Centre. This hands-on clinical role offers the opportunity to deliver safe and compassionate care to patients undergoing radiation treatment while gaining valuable experience in a supportive, innovative environment. Candidates must be eligible for registration with the New Zealand Medical Radiation Technologists Board and hold a current Annual Practising Certificate.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Collaborative and inclusive workplace

Innovation in patient care

Qualifications

• New Zealand Citizen or holder of a valid NZ Work Visa.
• Passionate about patient care and collaborative environments.
• Eager to learn and contribute to a supportive workplace culture.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe and accurate radiation treatment to patients.
• Gain experience across the full treatment pathway.
• Contribute to service improvement and innovative patient care.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Adaptability

Team-oriented mindset

Education

Registered with the New Zealand Medical Radiation Technologists Board

Current Annual Practising Certificate

Job description

Overview

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we are rebuilding a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence.

About the Role

We’re looking for motivated new graduate Radiation Therapists (RTs) to join us at the Wellington Blood and Cancer Centre (WBCC), based at Wellington Regional Hospital. As part of our friendly multidisciplinary team, you’ll have the chance to put your training into practice while delivering safe, accurate, and compassionate care to patients undergoing radiation treatment.

This is a hands-on clinical role where you’ll gain experience across the full treatment pathway—from localisation and planning through to delivery, patient assessment, and education. You’ll be supported by experienced RTs and have plenty of opportunities to develop your skills, contribute to service improvements, and be involved in innovative approaches to 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

You’re a newly qualified or soon-to-graduate Radiation Therapist who’s passionate about patient care and ready to start your career in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment. You bring excellent communication skills, adaptability and a positive, team-oriented mindset, along with a willingness to learn, embrace change and contribute to a supportive, inclusive – and even fun – workplace culture.

You’re motivated to make a real difference in patients’ lives and eager to grow your skills while contributing to service innovation and the implementation of advanced treatment techniques.

To be considered, you must:

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

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is the weaving of wellness. We’re dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Health New Zealand is committed to being a good employer and honoring our equal employment opportunity obligations. We embrace diversity and welcome applications from all people, including all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, and people with disabilities. A diverse and inclusive workforce helps us understand and serve our community. We are a pro-equity health organisation with a particular focus on Māori, Pacific Peoples, and the Disability Community.

How to Apply

To apply please click - apply now. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by Tuesday 14 October 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 advertisement.

Job details

Job Reference: AH173-25

Location: North Island - Wellington - Wellington Central

Job type: Expert

Specialisation: Clinical - Technical - Radiation Therapist / Therapeutic Radiographer