Sonographer (0.3 FTE)

JobSpace; Nelson; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 75,000; Part time

Job summary

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is seeking a skilled Sonographer to join the Radiology team at Nelson Hospital on a permanent part-time basis (0.3 FTE). You will deliver a safe ultrasound service, complete full examinations, and guide techniques to support patient care in a clinical setting.

The role requires registration with NZMRTB and an Annual Practising Certificate in Ultrasound, with rostered shifts Mon–Sun between 8:00 and 21:00 and no formal on-call requirement.

Qualifications

• NZMRTB registration with current Annual Practising Certificate in Ultrasound is required.
• Experience across general, vascular, upper abdominal, obstetric, gynaecological and musculoskeletal ultrasound.
• Strong communication and critical thinking skills, with a commitment to patient-centred care.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a safe, high-quality ultrasound service within a clinical environment.
• Complete full ultrasound examinations and recommend appropriate techniques to support patient care.
• Rostered/rotating shifts with hours between 8:00 and 21:00, Monday to Sunday, with no formal on-call requirement.

Skills

General ultrasound

Vascular ultrasound

Upper abdominal ultrasound

Obstetric ultrasound

Gynaecological ultrasound

Musculoskeletal ultrasound

Education

NZMRTB registration

Annual Practising Certificate in Ultrasound

Job description

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Sonographer, Nelson Hospital, Permanent Part-time

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 skilled and motivated Sonographer to join our Radiology team at Nelson Hospital on a permanent part-time basis, working 24 hours per fortnight (0.3 FTE). In this role, you will deliver a safe, high-quality ultrasound service within a clinical environment, completing full examinations and recommending appropriate techniques to support patient care.

This position involves rostered and rotating shifts Monday to Sunday, with start and finish times between 8.00am and 9.00pm. There is no formal on-call requirement, however best-endeavours support may be required for acute criteria.

Please view the position description for further information.

About the Team/Service/Location

Our Radiology team is known for being friendly, supportive, and collaborative, working closely with our community to promote health, wellbeing, and independence. This role will suit someone who values teamwork, respects individual needs, and is driven by excellent clinical outcomes.

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About You

You will bring:

• Experience across general, vascular, upper abdominal, obstetric, gynaecological, and musculo-skeletal ultrasound
• Registration with the NZMRTB along with a current Annual Practising Certificate in Ultrasound
• Strong technical skills and sound clinical knowledge
• Well-developed communication and critical-thinking skills, with a commitment to family-centred care
• The ability to work independently and as part of a small, supportive team
• A strong commitment to delivering high-quality healthcare

You will also be adaptable, versatile, and comfortable working in a constantly changing clinical environment.

The successful candidate must be eligible to work in New Zealand or hold a valid NZ visa at the time of applying.

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.