Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Taranaki District Health Board; New Plymouth; Hybrid; NZD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora in New Plymouth is seeking a skilled nuclear medicine technologist to join the radiology department. You will work with a small team performing procedures such as sentinel node, bone, gated heart, thyroid, gastric emptying, renal studies and perfusion scans on Siemens Pro SPECTA.

You will join a welcoming team at Taranaki Base Hospital, with opportunities to collaborate with radiologists and staff at satellite sites, contributing to high-quality patient care and

Qualifications

• 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.

Skills

NZ registration

Annual practising certificate

Technical skills

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Family centred care

Teamwork

Adaptability

Student supervision

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.

In addition, we have recently moved into our new department, our facilities in New Plymouth include advanced imaging technologies such as general x-ray, CT, ultrasound, MRI, Ultrasound, Interventional radiography, fluoroscopy and more. With satellite sites in Hawera, Stratford, and Waitara, you will have the chance to work alongside a team of around 60 staff members, supported by experienced Radiologists. Don't miss this opportunity to grow your career and make a difference in the healthcare community.

For more information on living and working in Taranaki click here

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.

If you have any questions about the role, please contact Sarah Caswell at [e-mail]

Job details

Job Reference:

Job Reference: TAR06899

Location:

North Island - Taranaki - New Plymouth

Job type:

Expertise:

Clinical - Technical - Nuclear Medicine Technologist