Medical Resonance Imaging Technologist (Casual)
- Based in Auckland | Casual | Part-Time | Monday–Sunday
- Make a real impact in patient care
- Work within a collaborative, high-performing radiology team
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
Are you an MRI Technologist looking for flexibility while contributing to one of the most advanced healthcare environments in Aotearoa? We are seeking skilled professionals to join our Radiology team on a casual basis across the Auckland region. In this role, you will support essential diagnostic imaging that directly impacts patient outcomes and care pathways.
Our Radiology Department operates four state-of-the-art MRI scanners:
- 1.5T Siemens Sola – Auckland City Hospital: cardiac imaging, plus a mix of inpatient and outpatient work
- 3T Siemens Vida – Auckland City Hospital: primarily acute and inpatient imaging
- 3T Siemens Skyra – Greenlane Clinical Centre: outpatient examinations
- 3T Siemens Skyra – Starship Children’s Hospital: paediatric imaging, with some adult work
Why Join Us?
This is a rare opportunity to work within a leading teaching hospital environment, supported by specialist clinicians and some of the most advanced imaging technology in the country.
Our Radiology Services manage 800+ referrals daily across a wide range of clinical specialties. We provide services to:
- 60% Inpatients/Emergency
- 31% Outpatients
- 8% GPs
- 1% Other DHBs
Radiology in Auckland spans four major specialist departments:
- Auckland City Hospital
- Starship Children’s Hospital
- Greenlane Clinical Centre
- National Women’s Health
Our workforce includes 350+ professionals—MITs, MRI Technologists, Nuclear Medicine Technologists, Radiologists, Nurses, and Clerical staff—working together to deliver fast, accurate, high‑quality imaging services.
Our scale:
- 7‑day radiology service across Auckland City Hospital and Starship
- 40 TB of imaging data archived (9 years of diagnostics)
- 48 MIT students trained annually
- ~800 procedures and 50,000+ images produced every day
About You
We are looking for experienced and adaptable MRI Technologists who thrive in high‑volume, high‑tech environments and are committed to delivering exceptional patient care.
You will be required to work variable shifts between 7:00am and 8:30pm, Monday to Sunday, and be available to work across:
- Auckland City Hospital (Adult Radiology)
- Starship Hospital (Paediatric Radiology)
- Greenlane Clinical Centre (Outpatients)
For more information please visit the position description here.
Important Skills
- Current registration with the New Zealand MRT Board
- A current Annual Practising Certificate (APC) – essential
- Experience MRI Technologist – essential
Strong communication skills, excellent teamwork, and a commitment to delivering safe, high‑quality imaging services are essential.
Working at Health New Zealand
At Te Toka Tumai Auckland, we’re not just hiring - we’re building the future. Aotearoa’s health system is in an exciting period of transformation, underpinned by the vision of Pae Ora / Healthy Futures. Together, we’re creating a more equitable, accessible, and people-centred health system that works for everyone.
About the location
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How to Apply
Be part of something bigger. Join a team where your work matters—every scan, every image, every day.
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 Belinda Peddie at Belinda.Peddie@tewhatuora.govt.nz
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.