Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Taranaki District Health Board; New Plymouth; Hybrid; NZD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Health New Zealand in New Plymouth is seeking a qualified nuclear medicine technologist to join our radiology team. You will perform various nuclear medicine procedures and contribute to excellent patient outcomes in a supportive, collaborative environment.

The role requires NZ registration and a current APC, strong communication, and the ability to work both independently and with a small team. Our department uses a Siemens Pro SPECTA and emphasizes patient-centered care in a coastal hospital

Qualifications

• NZ registration and a current annual practising certificate (APC) are required.
• Excellent communication, patient care and teamwork are essential.
• Ability to work independently within a small team in radiology.

Responsibilities

• Perform nuclear medicine procedures including bone scans and thyroid studies.
• Collaborate with radiology staff to deliver high-quality patient care.
• Maintain equipment and ensure patient safety and comfort.

Skills

Excellent communication

Patient care

Critical thinking

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

NZ registration & annual practising certificate

Tools

Siemens Pro SPECTA

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

Join our dynamic team at Health New Zealand in New Plymouth! We are currently looking for a skilled nuclear medicine technologist to join our friendly and supportive radiology department at Taranaki Base Hospital. If you thrive in a collaborative environment, value teamwork, and excel at delivering top-notch clinical outcomes, this role is perfect for you.

Our nuclear medicine department is seeking a qualified nuclear medicine technologist you will be working alongside two other highly experienced medical imaging technologist; our team performs multiple procedures including sentinel nodes, bone scans, gated hearts, thyroids, gastric emptying, renal studies and chemical stress perfusion scans.

We are looking for a nuclear medicine technologist with excellent communication skills, a high standard of patient care, enthusiasm and the ability to work efficiently. WE currently have a Siemens Pro SPECTA.

About the Team/Service/ Location

We have a friendly welcoming team, and can offer a great work life balance, enabling you to head to the beach after work.

About you

To be successful in this role you will be required to have/be: -

• NZ registration and a current annual practising certificate
• Excellent technical skills and knowledge
• Well-developed communication, critical thinking skills and a commitment to family centred care
• Capable of working independently and within a small team
• A strong commitment to quality healthcare
• Versatile and able to adapt to a constantly changing environment
• Able to work well within a close team and be willing to take part in training students.

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.

Job details

Job Reference:

Job Reference: TAR06899

Location:

North Island - Taranaki - New Plymouth

Job type:

Expertise:

Clinical - Technical - Nuclear Medicine Technologist