Fixed Term, Clinical Cardiac Physiologist

• Hawke’s Bay Fallen Soldier’s Hospital, Cardiology Department
• Fixed term, 0.75FTE
• Rewarding Career – Be part of a team that saves lives and improves health outcomes daily.

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 currently seeking a skilled and motivated Clinical Cardiac Physiologist to join our experienced team on a fixed-term basis at Hawke’s Bay Fallen Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital.

In this role, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality diagnostic cardiac services including ECGs, Holter monitoring, Exercise Tolerance Tests, Echocardiography, and support in device clinics. Working closely with our Cardiologists and multidisciplinary team, your expertise will contribute to improving outcomes for patients across the region.

This fixed-term opportunity is ideal for someone looking to gain experience in a supportive team environment, or for those seeking a role that offers both challenge and the opportunity to make a real difference.

About the Team/Service/ Location

Our Cardiology team provides a comprehensive range of cardiac diagnostics and care. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality, patient-centred services while fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation.

Hawke’s Bay offers excellent work-life balance, sun, beaches, exceptional outdoor adventures, great schools, mountains and skiing close by, wonderful food and stunning wineries, vibrant cities and plenty more to boast about. For more information on living and working in Hawke’s Bay click HERE

About you

To thrive in this role, you will bring a strong commitment to providing high-quality cardiac diagnostic services within the New Zealand healthcare context. You will have:

• A relevant qualification in Clinical Cardiac Physiology or equivalent, recognised by the Clinical Physiologists Registration Board (CPRB) or eligibility to register in New Zealand
• Registration or the ability to gain registration with the CPRB, ensuring compliance with New Zealand’s professional standards and continuing professional development requirements
• Proven experience performing a broad range of cardiac diagnostic procedures, including ECGs, Holter monitoring, Exercise Tolerance Testing (ETT), and ideally echocardiography
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage sensitively with patients and whanau from diverse backgrounds
• The ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team, demonstrating professionalism, reliability, and flexibility
• A proactive approach to quality improvement, clinical governance, and ongoing professional development within the New Zealand health system
• Experience or willingness to work in a regional hospital setting, with an appreciation of the unique health needs of Hawke’s Bay and the wider Central Hawke’s Bay community

This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient outcomes while growing your expertise in a supportive and forward-thinking environment.

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 Sym Gardiner via email on sym.gardiner@hbdhb.govt.nz

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