Trainee Cardiac Sonographer

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora - Southern; Wellington; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora - Southern seeks a motivated health professional to train as a Cardiac Sonographer within the Radiology Service at Whanganui Hospital. You will train while performing cardiac ultrasound examinations, under postgraduate study in cardiac echocardiography.

Working with experienced sonographers and multidisciplinary teams, you will develop skills to deliver high-quality imaging and triage referrals, contributing to patient care across the Whanganui region.

Qualifications

• To be successful in this role, you will have a relevant tertiary qualification in health.
• Eligibility and willingness to undertake postgraduate study in Cardiac Echocardiography.

Responsibilities

• Participate in all aspects of cardiac ultrasound service delivery.
• Learn to perform accurate and timely echocardiography examinations.
• Support the triaging and prioritisation of referrals.
• Contribute to high standards of patient care and service delivery.
• Work collaboratively with cardiology, radiology and wider clinical teams.
• Participate in quality assurance, professional development and continuous improvement activities.

Skills

Excellent communication

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Organisational skills

Time management

Interest in cardiac diagnostics

Education

Tertiary qualification in health

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora - Southern – Wanganui, North Island

Radiology Department | Whanganui Hospital

Full Time (40 hours per week), Fixed Term (for duration of the training)

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora

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.

Through integration and collaboration, we're building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care and excellence.

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated health professional to train as a Cardiac Sonographer within our Radiology Service at Whanganui Hospital.

Working alongside experienced sonographers and multidisciplinary teams, you will develop the knowledge and practical skills required to perform high-quality cardiac ultrasound examinations while undertaking postgraduate training in cardiac echocardiography.

As a Trainee Cardiac Sonographer, you will:

• Participate in all aspects of cardiac ultrasound service delivery.
• Learn to perform accurate and timely echocardiography examinations.
• Support the triaging and prioritisation of referrals.
• Contribute to high standards of patient care and service delivery.
• Work collaboratively with cardiology, radiology and wider clinical teams.
• Participate in quality assurance, professional development and continuous improvement activities.

This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop a specialised career in diagnostic cardiac imaging while making a meaningful difference for patients and whānau across the Whanganui region.

About the Team / Service / Location

The Radiology Department at Whanganui Hospital provides a comprehensive range of diagnostic imaging services to our community. You will join a supportive, highly skilled team committed to delivering excellent patient outcomes and fostering professional growth.

Whanganui offers an enviable lifestyle with affordable housing, a vibrant arts scene, excellent schools, easy access to beaches and national parks, and a strong sense of community, making it an ideal location to live and work.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A relevant tertiary qualification in health
• Current New Zealand Annual Practising Certificate (where applicable).
• Eligibility and willingness to undertake postgraduate study in Cardiac Echocardiography.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational and time management abilities.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team environment.
• A commitment to equity, cultural safety and the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
• Must have NZ Citizenship or Residency
• Computer literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• A demonstrated interest in cardiac diagnostics or medical imaging.

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applications from Māori, Pacific peoples, disabled people, and people from all backgrounds.

We are dedicated to improving health outcomes and achieving health equity for all New Zealanders.