Radiation Therapist, Te Pūriri o Te Ora Regional Cancer and Blood Service – Expressions of Interest
- Be part of a leading Radiation Oncology service across the Northern Region, shaping cancer care in both Whangārei and Auckland.
- Enjoy the lifestyle and opportunities of either Whangārei’s “winterless north” or Auckland’s vibrant, diverse city life—choose the location that suits your lifestyle!
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’re excited to expand our Radiation Therapy service as part of Te Pūriri o Te Ora – Regional Cancer and Blood Service, which delivers over 48,000 radiation treatments annually across the Northern Region. This is a unique opportunity to join a service spanning Whangārei and Auckland, providing equitable access to high-quality cancer care for our communities.
As a Staff Radiation Therapist, you’ll be part of a collaborative multidisciplinary team, delivering patient-focused Radiation Therapy while contributing to service development, quality improvement, and mentoring junior staff. You’ll bring clinical expertise, a commitment to continuous learning, and a passion for equitable, evidence-based cancer care.
These are permanent positions offering full-time or part-time arrangements. When applying, candidates will be asked to indicate their preferred work location—Whangārei or Auckland.
About the Team/Service/Location
As a Radiation Therapist at Te Pūriri o Te Ora, you’ll join a growing, regionally connected service that combines the new, purpose-built Radiation Therapy unit in Whangārei with established facilities in Auckland.
You’ll be working alongside experienced Radiation Oncologists, Medical Physicists, and dedicated support staff in both locations, contributing to teaching, research, and ongoing quality improvement initiatives.
To learn more about the Northland facility construction, please see here: First radiation unit for Northland cancer patients at Whangārei Hospital
Discover more about life in Northland here: NorthlandNZ or more on living and working in Tāmaki Makaurau (Auckland) here: AucklandNZ
For more information, please contact:
- Matthew Birkett, Radiation Therapy Head – matthewb@adhb.govt.nz
- Nicola Gordon, RT Professional Leader – nicolago@adhb.govt.nz
About Te Pūriri o Te Ora -Kia ora from our team!
Te Pūriri o Te Ora is the name that has been gifted to our northern regional cancer and blood services by Kahurangi Rangimārie Naida Glavish of Ngāti Whātua, Chief Advisor Tikanga for Te Toka Tumai Auckland. Te Pūriri o Te Ora means "the Pūriri tree of wellbeing" and speaks to the many qualities and gifts of the Pūriri tree and our aspiration to provide a place of healing and wellbeing for our communities.
Te Pūriri o Te Ora is the biggest cancer and blood service within Aotearoa, providing care to approximately 40% of the country. We provide a wide range of services including Medical and Radiation Oncology, Haematology, Āwhinatia Te Tangata (specialist Māori Health team), Cancer Support Team (specialist psychological and social support), Research, Genetics Services, and the NZ Familial Gastrointestinal Cancer Service.
The values that underpin the way we care and work with patients, whānau and kaimahi across Te Pūriri o Te Ora are Whanaungatanga, Manaakitanga, Kotahitanga, Āhurutanga, Mana Motuhake and Wairuatanga.
Like the diversity of birdlife that occupy the Pūriri tree, we look for and welcome applications from all whānau including our Māori, Pacific, disabled and rainbow communities.
- We hope that you will join us in our collective commitment to manaaki and serve all who call upon us for their cancer care, and help provide a common place of protection, nurture, healing and enduring strength for all. Kia ora!
- For more information about the story of Te Pūriri o Te Ora click here
- For more information on living and working in Tāmaki Makaurau click here.
About You
We’re seeking Radiation Therapists ready to make a real difference across the Northern Region. You will:
- Be registered or eligible to register as a Radiation Therapist in New Zealand.
- Be committed to professional development and delivering high-quality, patient-centred care.
- Work well within a multidisciplinary team and support equity in cancer care.
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 serve 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 Jade Cowley (Recruitment Consultant) jade.cowley@tewhatuora.govt.nz
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.