Staff, Senior and Specialist Radiation Therapist roles, Te Pūriri o Te Ora Regional Cancer and Blood Service.
- Be part of Whangārei’s brand-new Radiation Oncology Unit and make a lasting impact on cancer care in Northland.
- Live in the “winterless north” – great schools, affordable housing, and an enviable lifestyle for singles and families alike.
- A once-in-a-career opportunity to shape a new service, take on senior responsibilities, and advance your professional journey in Aotearoa New Zealand.
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 Roles
The Radiation Therapy service is a vital part of Te Pūriri o Te Ora Regional Cancer and Blood Service, and we are thrilled to expand into Whangārei with a brand-new, purpose-built unit. These roles give you the opportunity to help establish and shape Northland’s first dedicated Radiation Oncology service, while still collaborating closely with the expertise and resources of the wider Northern Region, including Auckland.
We are welcoming applications for permanent Staff, Senior, Specialist, and Advanced Practitioner positions.
Staff Radiation Therapist Roles:
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 in Whangārei offering full-time or part-time arrangements.
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Senior Radiation Therapist Roles:
In these senior positions, you will coordinate resources, workflow, and staffing within your clinical team to ensure patients receive the best possible care, while helping to set up new processes and standards for the Northland service.
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Specialist Radiation Therapist Roles:
As a specialist, you will utilise your advanced knowledge to deliver high-quality, evidence-based radiation therapy, while leading technical innovation, training, and quality improvement initiatives that will shape the future of the Northland service.
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Advanced Practitioner Role
This role requires a Master’s qualification in a relevant field, or evidence that you are currently working towards one. As an Advanced Practitioner, you will bring expert clinical and leadership skills to enhance patient care, mentor colleagues, and contribute to service development and innovation. This is a key opportunity to drive advanced practice within the new Northland service.
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These are permanent positions based in Northland, with opportunities for full time or part-time work. This is a once-in-a-career opportunity to be part of a brand-new service and make a lasting impact on cancer care in the region.
About the Team/Service/Location
The Radiation Oncology service is part of Te Pūriri o Te Ora Regional Cancer and Blood Service, delivering around 48,000 radiation treatments annually across the Northern Region. The new Whangārei unit will bring advanced cancer care closer to home, reducing the need for patients to travel long distances to Auckland.
The centre will feature a Varian TrueBeam linear accelerator with HyperSight and SGRT, an additional bunker enabling future expansion, a Siemens SOMATOM X.cite CT scanner, and the ARIA Oncology Information System. An on-site Planning team will utilise the state-of-the-art RayStation Treatment Planning System to support treatment planning and delivery across a range of techniques, including DIBH, EBRT, IGRT, SGRT, VMAT, and stereotactic radiotherapy.
You’ll work alongside a supportive and collaborative team of Radiation Therapists, Radiation Oncologists, Medical Physicists, and support staff. The service has strong academic links, advanced technology, and opportunities to engage in teaching, research, and quality improvement projects.
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.
Why you will Enjoy Working Here
Northland is known as the “winterless north”, with a subtropical climate, stunning beaches, and a relaxed pace of life. Whether you’re single or with family, there are endless ways to enjoy the outdoors – swimming, sailing, surfing, hiking, mountain biking, fishing, or diving are all on your doorstep.
Short commutes mean more time to enjoy your interests, and you’ll benefit from a welcoming community, affordable housing, and excellent schools. Auckland is just a two-hour drive or a short flight away, giving you the best of both worlds.
This is more than just a job: it’s a chance to make a meaningful difference, grow your career, and be part of an exciting new chapter in one of the most beautiful regions of New Zealand.
Discover more about life in Northland here: Northland
About You
We’re looking for Radiation Therapists who are ready to take the next step in their career and make a real difference in Northland’s brand-new service. You will have:
- A recognised tertiary qualification in Radiation Therapy
- MRTB registration and a valid APC
- Specialist knowledge relevant to the role(s) that interest you
Whether you’re a senior professional or a specialist, this is your chance to shape a new service, work in a state-of-the-art facility, and advance your career while enjoying all that Northland has to offer
For more information about these opportunities, please contact:
- Matthew Birkett, Radiation Therapy Head – matthewb@adhb.govt.nz
- Nicola Gordon, RT Professional Leader – nicolago@adhb.govt.nz
- Prashika Poonam RT Clinical Team Leader PrashikaP@adhb.govt.nz
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.
