Radiographic Assistant
Contract: Permanent, Full Time
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
Do you have an interest in patient care and strong interpersonal skills and communication?
Do you enjoy working with a dedicated team to improve a patient - s medical journey?
This is an opportunity to make a difference within the Radiology department within Wellington and Kenepuru Hospitals as an integral member of the Radiology team. The Radiographic assistant role (would suit someone with a nursing or Health Care Assistant (HCA) background) within the department is hugely varied and works closely with the Radiologists, Medical imaging technologists, sonographers and our nursing colleagues. The main duties involve:
- Assist Radiologist team with Biopsy procedures
- Helps manage workflow and bookings across the day/week in various imaging areas
- Assistance in CT, Ultrasound, Breast and any other modality as requested
- Necessary supplies are appropriately ordered and stocked
- Procedure rooms are cleaned and tidied, any spills or waste appropriately cleaned up
The successful applicant will have the opportunity to contribute directly to the service and care of our patients with additional opportunity for development within the department.
This role could be full time or part time - please state on your cover letter what hours you are seeking. You will be part of the Radiographic Assistant team that covers both the Radiology Department at Wellington Hospital and Kenepuru Hospital.
The salary for this position is $72,000 to $82,000 depending on experience.
About you
We are looking for candidates with an interest in patient care and strong interpersonal and communication skills. You will need basic patient care skills, a common sense approach to problem solving and an ability to work independently and in a small team.
Working at Health New Zealand
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is - the weaving of wellness - . We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand.
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 embrace diversity and welcome application from all people, including all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, and disability.A workforce that is diverse and inclusive means that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We are pro-equity health organisation, with a particular focus on Maori, Pacific Peoples, and the Disability Community.
How to Apply
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- All applications must be submitted through our online careers
- portal by Date.
If you have any questions about the role, please contact philip.adamson@tewhatuora.govt.nz
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advertisement.