Sonographer (Casual) Wairau

Nelson Marlborough Health; Marlborough; On-site; NZD 83,000 - 117,000; Part time

Job summary

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is seeking a Sonographer for Wairau Hospital in the Marlborough region. The role is casual with an on-demand roster, generally 8:00 am–5:00 pm, Monday to Sunday, with rotating shifts and no on-call.

The successful candidate will perform general, vascular, obstetric, gynaecological and MSK ultrasound, hold NZ registration with APC in Ultrasound, and contribute to a supportive radiology team focused on safe patient care.

Qualifications

• Experience in general, vascular, upper abdomen, obstetric, gynaecological and musculoskeletal ultrasound.
• NZ registration and a current Annual Practising Certificate in Ultrasound.
• Excellent technical skills and 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 team.
• A strong commitment to quality healthcare.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, efficient ultrasound service and comprehensive examinations.
• Recommend appropriate techniques for patient care.
• Work as part of a friendly radiology team.

Skills

NZ registration

Annual Practising Certificate in Ultr​

Excellent technical skills

Good communication

Teamwork and independence

Education

NZ registration + APC in Ultrasound

Job description

Sonographer, Wairau Hospital, Casual

• Gain broad experience in a provincial hospital while working as part of a supportive and friendly team.
• Enjoy the lifestyle and magnificent scenery of the Marlborough region.

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

As a Sonographer, you will provide a safe and efficient ultrasound service within the clinical environment, completing comprehensive examinations and recommending appropriate techniques for patient care.

This is a casual role, with hours offered on an as-required basis. Start and finish times are between 8.00am and 5.00pm, Monday to Sunday working rostered and rotating shifts. No on-call is required.

Our radiology team prides itself on being friendly and supportive and works with the people of our community to promote, encourage and enable their health, wellbeing and independence.

This role is best suited to someone who values teamwork, respects individual needs and is motivated by excellent clinical outcomes.

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About you

As a Sonographer, you will have:

• Experience in general, vascular, upper abdomen, obstetric, gynaecological and musculoskeletal ultrasound
• NZ registration and a current Annual Practising Certificate in Ultrasound
• Excellent technical skills and 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 team
• A strong commitment to quality healthcare

You will also be versatile and able to adapt to a constantly changing environment.

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

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 ref: R1W26-064

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.

Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.