Radiologist

New Zealand Government; Whanganui; On-site; NZD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora's Whanganui Hospital is seeking a General Radiologist to join a friendly, well-equipped rural department. You will contribute to image interpretation across CT, MRI, x-ray and ultrasound, within a modern facility that serves a close-knit community.

The role offers a balanced workload (roughly 70% clinical and 30% non-clinical time) with opportunities for teaching, service development, and quality improvement, plus a supportive team culture and an excellent

Qualifications

• Hold vocational registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ) in Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, or be eligible for MCNZ registration (Locum Tenens pathway).
• Demonstrated ability to interpret imaging across CT, MRI, ultrasound, and radiographs.
• Strong collaboration with referring clinicians and teams.
• Commitment to high-quality, patient-centred care and service development.

Responsibilities

• Interpret images across CT, MRI, x-ray and ultrasound.
• Vet and protocol imaging requests.
• Collaborate with referring clinicians and guide MITs.
• Teach and mentor house officers and registrars.
• Contribute to service development and quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Image interpretation (CT/MRI/X-ray/US)

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Teaching and mentoring

Quality improvement

Job description

Position Overview

• A Radiologist role in Whanganui, NZ, offers the chance to make a meaningful impact in a close-knit diverse community while enjoying a supportive work environment, excellent work-life balance, and a stunning coastal lifestyle
• Join our team as a Radiologist, and enjoy a rewarding role with a competitive salary

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

We are seeking a General Radiologist to join our friendly and supportive team at Whanganui Hospital. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a modern, well-equipped rural hospital where your contribution will truly make a difference. Our Radiology Department provides comprehensive inpatient, emergency, and outpatient imaging services and is equipped with:

• MRI and CT scanners
• Digital x-ray rooms
• Ultrasound suites
• Fluoroscopy

While we are a smaller service, we are highly collaborative and patient-focused, with multidisciplinary teams that consistently deliver high-quality care. Patient pathology is varied and interesting can cover the full scope of a general radiologist.

This role offers a balanced workload of approximately 70% clinical and 30% non-clinical time, supporting:

• Image interpretation across CT, MRI, x-ray, and ultrasound
• Vetting and protocoling imaging requests
• Collaboration with referring clinicians
• Support and guidance for Medical Imaging Technologists (MITs)

There are also opportunities to contribute to:

• Teaching and mentoring (house officers and registrars within the regional network)
• Service development and quality improvement initiatives

Applicants with basic interventional radiology skills will be highly regarded.

About the Team and Location

The Radiology Service at Whanganui Hospital is a small, collegial, and supportive team committed to delivering safe, effective, and patient-centred care.

Working in Whanganui offers:

• A broad and interesting case mix
• Strong clinical collaboration
• A genuine opportunity to influence service development in a regional setting

Beyond work, Whanganui offers a relaxed lifestyle, good schools, no traffic jams, easy access to outdoor activities, (beach and mountain) making it an ideal place to live and work.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will:

• Hold vocational registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ) in Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, or
• Be an overseas-trained Radiologist eligible for MCNZ registration (including Locum Tenens pathway)

You will also bring:

• A collaborative and team-focused approach
• A commitment to high-quality, patient-centred care
• An interest in service development and continuous improvement

Working at Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora

We are committed to delivering equitable, high-quality healthcare for all New Zealanders. We value diversity and inclusion and strongly encourage applications from Māori, Pacific peoples, disabled people, and members of the rainbow community.

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