Clinical Educator, Sonography - Waitemata District

• Sonography Clinical Educator
• Waitākere and North Shore Hospitals
• Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora - Waitematā

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

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Sonography Clinical Educator to join our dynamic team at Waitemata District. As a Sonography Clinical Tutor, you will play a vital role in educating and training future sonographers, helping them develop the practical skills and knowledge needed for success in their careers. This role also includes quality control and maintenance of standards amongst qualified staff and participation in facilitating of continued professional development within the department. If you are passionate about sonography, possess excellent communication skills, and are committed to enhancing the learning experience of students, and the maintenance of high imaging standards, we encourage you to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Co-ordinate the training programme for sonography that is in partnership with Auckland University or other training institution.
• Provide guidance and instruction to students in areas of general, obstetric, gynaecologic, paediatric and vascular sonography.
• Assess and evaluate students' clinical skills and performance and give feedback, help set goals, throughout their training, in alignment with the University or other training institution’s requirements.
• Ensure students are exposed to the appropriate examinations to gain the experience and required examination numbers for their logbooks. 
• Ensure students are adequately supported and prepared with the practical skills to pass the Auckland University PGDip qualification.
• Provide students with exposure to image interpretation sessions throughout their training.
• Facilitate quality control and maintenance of standards within the ultrasound department
• Arrange teaching sessions for both trainees and qualified sonographers for continuing education

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About Us

Health New Zealand Waitematā provides health services to approximately 650,000 residents of the North Shore, Waitakere, and Rodney areas. It has the largest population of any district health area.

For more information on living and working in Waitematā District, click here.

Qualifications & Experience Required

As a Sonography Clinical Educator, you will have:

• Registration with the NZ Medical Radiation Technologists Board and current practicing license
• Post-graduate diploma in Medical Ultrasound or recognised equivalent
• Enrolled in a recognised Continuing Professional Development (CPD) program
• Competent in all aspect of general ultrasound including obstetrics, abdominal and small parts
• Previous experience as a Clinical Educator or supervisor

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.

How to Apply

To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Sarah Kneller – Recruitment Consultant via sarah.kneller@tewhatuora.govt.nz.

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

Job reference: WDHB18768