Christchurch - Radiation Therapist
- Rotating Roster pattern
- Based at Christchurch Health Campus
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we're building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whanau-centred care, and excellence.
About the Role
At Canterbury Regional Cancer and Haematology Service, we - re committed to supporting the professional growth of our Radiation Therapists. Whether you're looking to deepen your clinical expertise, take on leadership responsibilities, or contribute to research and innovation, we offer a range of opportunities to help you thrive.
Our team is actively involved in:
- Service development projects and clinical innovation
- Mentorship and peer support for ongoing learning
- Professional development programmes and access to post graduate study
- Opportunities to participate in audits, quality improvement, and research initiatives
We foster a culture where ideas are welcomed, and staff are encouraged to take initiative and lead change. Your career journey here will be supported by a team that values growth, collaboration, and excellence.
About the Service
Our department has 4 Elekta linear accelerators, a Siemens 64 slice CT scanner and Monaco treatment planning system. The department provides a gynaecological and prostate HDR brachytherapy service and uses Mosaiq as its patient management system.
We deliver a full spectrum of advanced techniques including VMAT, IMRT, SBRT, DIBH, and comprehensive IGRT modalities. Staff are encouraged to participate in a wide range of innovative projects and service development initiatives.
About You
We welcome applications from Radiation Therapists with ideally 3+ years of clinical experience, particularly those with skills across both pre-treatment and treatment workflows.
You - ll be someone who is:
- Committed to delivering compassionate, patient-focused care
- Flexible, proactive, and a strong team player
- Keen to contribute to service development and innovation
- Competency with te ao Maori, tikanga, and te reo Maori or a commitment to starting your journey and taking ownership of your learning and growth
- Demonstrates technical skills in radiation treatment planning and delivery, brachytherapy, and radiation oncology patient management systems
- Eligible for registration as a Radiation Therapist by the Medical Radiation Technologists Board of New Zealand
Working for Health New Zealand
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is 'the weaving of wellnesses'. We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand. The Equity Work Programme at Health NZ focuses on helping everyone in the health system think about equity when they do their work.It also promotes the cultural change needed for the whole system to reach equity in health outcomes.
Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Health New Zealand are committed to being good employers and honouring our equal employment opportunity obligations.
We particularly welcome applications from our diverse Maori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.
How to Apply
To view the position description and/or apply for the role please click - apply now - on our careers page. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before 11:59pm on Sunday 28th September. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Alex Jay at Alexandra.jay@tewhatuora.govt.nz
Please note, we will be reviewing applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advert therefore we encourage you to apply early.