Medical Imaging Technologist - Thames

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Thames Hospital
  • Permanent Part-time
  • Make a real impact in patient care for urban and rural patients
  • We provide a collaborative setting and that fosters professional growth

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:

Our Medical Imaging Technologists (MITs) are responsible for performing diagnostic imaging to a high standard. We are looking for someone who is compassionate, technically skilled and thrives in a collaborative environment. The Radiology department operates a day shift 7 days a week with an overnight on call service.

This roster is shared equally amongst you and your MIT colleagues.

Key responsibilities:

  • Patient focused healthcare
  • Radiation safety of staff and patients
  • Work within the multidisciplinary team to provide diagnostic imaging.
  • Perform a range of imaging from X-ray, CT , mobile and image intensifier equipment
  • Operate and troubleshoot equipment
  • Participate in our after hours on call service.

The salary for this position will be based on experience and in line with the Medical Imaging Technologist Collective Agreement. Additional benefits include kiwisaver contributions (if eligible), shift allowances, professional development and wellness support.

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About the Team / Service

Thames Radiology is the home of general x-ray, mobile x-ray, image intensifier, computed tomography and ultrasound imaging. At Thames Radiology you will join a progressive and supportive medical imaging team that values work/life balance and career progression opportunities.

We provide services to the Northern regions of Waikato and wider Coromandel and Hauraki region.

Join our small but innovative, social and adventurous medical imaging team. With endless beaches, bush walks and adventures to be had, choose Thames Hospital in the beautiful Coromandel peninsular as your place to work.

About you

Required skills and experience:

  • Hold registration with the New Zealand Medical Radiation Technologist Board with a general scope of practice.
  • Hold a current practising certificate
  • Have excellent communication skills
  • Have a strong patient focus
  • Have the ability to work autonomously and within a team environment
  • Utilise excellent time management and organisational skills
  • CT user would be an advantage or willingness to be trained in CT

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 Maori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

To apply please click 'Apply online' or apply via our Waikato Careers website by clicking here.All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal before 11:59 pm on 20 July 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Monique Wilson at Monique.Wilson@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz.

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

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