Radiologist

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Tairāwhiti; Gisborne; On-site; NZD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

The New Zealand Government is seeking a Radiologist for Gisborne Hospital. This permanent full-time role offers the chance to significantly impact a diverse community while enjoying an excellent work-life balance amidst a stunning coastal environment.

Key responsibilities include interpreting exams, consulting with clinicians, and supporting the teaching of local medical officers. Candidates must have MCNZ registration or be overseas trained for eligibility. This position also includes participation in an on-call roster.

Qualifications

• MCNZ Vocational registration in Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology is required.
• Eligibility for NZ registration under the Special Scope of Practice is accepted.
• Source verification of qualifications for NZ registration is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Interpret exams and triage imaging requests.
• Consult with referring clinicians and support technology staff.
• Participate in an on-call roster (at-home call one in four nights).
• Optional tasks include light intervention and mammography.
• Support the teaching of medical officers and registrars.

Skills

Ultrasound

MRI

CT

Teaching

Education

Medical Council of New Zealand Vocational registration

Overseas trained radiologist eligible for MCNZ registration

Job description

Overview

Gisborne Hospital, Permanent Full time A Radiologist role in Gisborne, NZ, offers the chance to make a meaningful impact in a diverse community while enjoying a supportive work environment, excellent work-life balance, and a stunning coastal lifestyle.

About the Role

Applicants are expected to have a general scope of radiologist skills including ultrasound, MRI and CT. The Department is hospital‑based and provides a mix of inpatient, emergency, and outpatient imaging for a community of approximately 47,000 people. Time is split with 70% clinical responsibilities and 30% non‑clinical. It is expected that you will also participate in the on‑call roster which is currently an at‑home call one in four nights. Day‑to‑day responsibilities include interpreting exams, triaging and protocoling imaging requests, consulting with referring clinicians, and supporting the radiology technology staff. Light intervention and mammography are optional. There are opportunities to teach local medical and surgical house officers as well as radiology registrars within the Midlands Region.

Responsibilities

• Interpret exams, triage and protocol imaging requests, consult with referring clinicians.
• Support radiology technology staff.
• Participate in the on‑call roster (at‑home call one in four nights).
• Optional light intervention and mammography.
• Support teaching of medical and surgical house officers and radiology registrars.

Qualifications

• Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ) Vocational registration in the Scope of Practice of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology.
• Or be an overseas trained radiologist eligible for MCNZ registration under the Special Scope of Practice Locum Tenens category.
• Provide source verification of qualifications as part of NZ medical registration application.

EEO Statement

We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community.