Radiology Department Assistant - Whangarei
- Based primarily at Whangarei Hospital
- Permanent part-time position, working 30 hours per week
- Full orientation and support will be provided for the successful applicant
- May also involve travel to provide cover for Bay of Islands and Kaitaia Hospital when required
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
The Radiology Department Assistant role is to support the Medical Imaging Technologists, Sonographers and Administrative Team with the care of patients undergoing radiological examinations including X-Ray, MRI, Ultrasound and CT examinations. It is a varied role with a focus on high quality patient care, team work, and clinical administrative & clerical duties.
As part of this position, you will be working closely with patients from areas such as Emergency Department, ICU and in-patient areas. This is quite an active role, therefore, you will require a reasonable fitness level.
The work patterns are usually working Monday to Sunday. The successful applicant will be required to work a variety of shifts to meet service demands.
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About the Team/Service/Location
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About you
There is a need for the successful candidate to be self-motivated and be able to multi-task, have excellent communication skills, work well in a team environment and have a friendly, outgoing and professional personality. Previous experience within a healthcare environment is desirable.
- Secondary school education to Level 2/Year 12
- General computer skills
- Previous administrative experience
- Good communication skills
- Ability to prioritise and work in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to provide assistance to patients to meet their comfort and safety needs
- Function as an effective member of the multi-disciplinary team
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 by 23rd November 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Olivia Matthews at NL-obs@tewhatuora.govt.nz.
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.