Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Te Toka Tumai Auckland; Auckland; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support

Job summary

Auckland City Hospital, part of Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Te Toka Tumai Auckland, seeks an experienced Nuclear Medicine Technologist to deliver high-quality diagnostic and therapeutic procedures within a dynamic radiology team.

Join a leading tertiary service with state-of-the-art Siemens SPECT/CT equipment. The role offers professional growth and collaboration with experienced clinicians in a public healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Requires recognised tertiary qualification in Nuclear Medicine and current registration/eligibility with NZ Medical Radiation Technologists Board.
• Annual Practising Certificate or eligibility to obtain one is required.
• Experience in a hospital-based Nuclear Medicine environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform a wide range of Nuclear Medicine procedures.
• Prepare and administer radiopharmaceuticals.
• Conduct quality control protocols.
• Involvement in the National PRRT Radionuclide Therapy Service.

Skills

Nuclear Medicine

Radiopharmaceuticals

Quality Control

Patient-Centred Care

Team Collaboration

Education

Tertiary qualification in Nuclear Medicine

Tools

Siemens SPECT/CT

Radiopharmacy handling

Job description

Permanent, full-time role within New Zealand's largest public hospital. Bring your Nuclear Medicine expertise to a high-performing tertiary service delivering complex and diverse patient care. Work alongside experienced clinicians in a collaborative environment that supports professional growth and continuous learning.

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

Step into a dynamic role at Auckland City Hospital, where you will bring your Nuclear Medicine expertise to a progressive and collaborative radiology team. You will play a key role in delivering high-quality diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, contributing to a service thats recognised nationally.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Performing a wide range of Nuclear Medicine procedures
• Preparing and administering radiopharmaceuticals
• Conducting quality control protocols
• Involvement in our National PRRT Radionuclide Therapy Service

You will be working in a modern environment equipped with two state-of-the-art Siemens SPECT/CT Gamma Cameras - Intevo Bold 16 and Intevo 6. Familiarity with Siemens technology is an advantage, but not essential - we value teamwork, adaptability, and a commitment to clinical excellence above all.

This is an exceptional opportunity to combine a rewarding professional career in a leading tertiary hospital with the lifestyle benefits New Zealand is renowned for.

For more information on the role, please find the job description here.

About the Team/Service

As an integral member of our Nuclear Medicine team, consisting of experienced physicians and technologists, you will play a crucial role in providing exceptional patient care and knowledge. Our team works at Auckland City Hospital, ensuring your expertise is utilized for our patients across a wide range of conditions and pathologies.

About you

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Nuclear Medicine Technologist looking to further their career within a large tertiary teaching hospital. We are particularly interested in hearing from candidates who have worked within comparable healthcare systems and are able to transition confidently into a complex, patient-focused public healthcare environment.

You will have:

• A recognised tertiary qualification in Nuclear Medicine
• Current registration (or eligibility for registration) with the New Zealand Medical Radiation Technologists Board
• A current Annual Practising Certificate, or eligibility to obtain one
• Experience working as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist within a hospital-based environment
• Strong communication, teamwork and patient-centred care skills
• A commitment to continuous professional development and clinical excellence

Relocation Support

Health New Zealand welcomes applications from suitably qualified international candidates. For applicants moving to New Zealand, relocation assistance may be available in some circumstances. Any relocation support is assessed on a case-by-case basis and is subject to individual circumstances, organisational guidelines and business requirements. Applicants are encouraged to discuss relocation requirements during the recruitment process.

About the location

Auckland, New Zealand's largest city, offers an exceptional lifestyle alongside a rewarding professional career. Set between two harbours and surrounded by stunning beaches, native bush, walking trails and world-class outdoor recreation, Auckland combines the opportunities of a vibrant metropolitan centre with easy access to the natural beauty New Zealand is famous for. Whether you enjoy hiking, sailing, cycling, food and wine experiences, or simply a better work-life balance, Auckland offers something for everyone.

Auckland City Hospital is New Zealand's largest public hospital and a leading tertiary referral centre, providing exposure to complex and varied clinical work while offering opportunities to collaborate with highly regarded multidisciplinary teams.

For experienced Nuclear Medicine Technologists seeking an international career move, Auckland provides the opportunity to work in a modern healthcare environment whilst enjoying a high quality of life in one of the world's most desirable destinations.

For more information on living and working in Auckland click here.

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.