Medical Imaging technologist - Cardiac Catheter Laboratory
- Waikato Hospital
- Permanent Full time- 80 Rostered hours per fortnight
- Expand your radiology experience and skills in this unique, highly sought-after specialist field
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 have an exciting opportunity for a Medical Imaging Technologist who is interested in join our busy Cath Lab and multi-disciplinary team of field leading cardiologists, Nurses and Physiologists. We have been involved in pioneering treatment options and clinical trials. We use leading technology which demonstrate the passion we have for patient care. You will be involved in a variety of procedures including angiograms, angioplasty, TAVI, TESA, BAV, Pacemakers and Ablations.
You will have an opportunity to expand your radiology experience and skills in this unique highly sought after specialist field. Comprehensive training will be provided to ensure your continued professional development
Shifts are Monday - Friday 8am-4.30pm as well as an afterhours primary PCI service.
Key responsibilities of the role:
- Radiation safety of staff and patients
- Work within the multidisciplinary team to provide coronary angiograms, angioplasty, pacing, electrophysiology and structural heart procedures.
- Perform a range of imaging from X-ray, intravascular U/S and OCT
- Operate and troubleshoot equipment
- Participate in our busy after hours on call service for Primary PCI
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About the Team/ Service
Waikato Hospital is a tertiary hospital equipped with four Cath Labs that serve the Midlands region. We utilise the latest technology and state of the art equipment to provide top-quality care. Our patient focus approach is supported by our commitment to fostering a positive working environment for our close knot team.
About you
- Full registration with the NZ Medical Radiation Technologist Board with general scope of practice
- Current practising certificate
- Skills and experience you’ll need to be considered for the role:
- A strong patient focus
- Excellent communication skills
- Excellent communication skills and collaborative /team work
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 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 24 August 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.
Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.