Medical Radiation Technologist

• Based in Auckland, Permanent Full-time role, Monday to Sunday
• Make a real impact in patient care
• Collaborative setting, fostering professional growth and knowledge exchange

 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 ready to bring your skills to one of the most dynamic and innovative healthcare environments in New Zealand? Join Health New Zealand in the Auckland region, where your expertise will directly support life-saving diagnoses and care for thousands of patients every week.

Our Radiology Department houses 4 state of the art MRI scanners:

• A 1.5T Siemens Sola scanner located at Auckland City Hospital, this caters for cardiac imaging and a mix of in and out-patient work.
• A 3T Siemens Vida scanner located at Auckland City Hospital, this caters for mostly acute and in-patient work.
• A 3T Siemens Skyra scanner located at Greenlane Clinical Centre for out-patient examinations.
• A 3T Siemens Skyra located at Starship Children’s Hospital, this is a mix of in and out-patient paediatrics and some adult work.

Why Join Us?

This is your opportunity to grow your career in a leading teaching hospital, surrounded by expert clinicians and cutting-edge technology.

Each day, our Radiology Services handle over 800 referrals from GPs, Clinicians, and other District Health Boards. Our work is fast paced, rewarding, and essential to the health of our diverse communities. 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

Together, we are powered by a dedicated team of 350+ professionals, including MITs, MRI Technologists, Nuclear Medicine Technologist, Radiologists, Nurses, and Clerical staff.

The Scale of Our Impact:

• 7-day radiology service across Auckland City and Starship Children’s Hospitals
• 40 terabytes of imaging data stored in our archive – 9 years of diagnostic history
• 48 MIT students trained annually in a collaborative and supportive environment
• Around 800 procedures and 50,000 images produced every single day

• About you

About You

We're seeking passionate and skilled MRI Technologists who thrive in high-volume, high-tech environments and are committed to excellence in patient care. Whether you are newly qualified or bringing years of experience, you will find unmatched professional growth and purpose here.

You will be required to work shifts between 7am to 8.30pm – Monday to Sunday (rostered shifts) and work across three sites at Adult Radiology at Auckland City Hospital, Paediatric Radiology at Starship Hospital and our Outpatient Clinic at Greenlane Clinical Centre.

For more information please visit the position description here.

Important Skills

To be successful in this role:

• You must be registered with the New Zealand MRT Board and have a current Annual Practicing Certificate to be considered. For more details visit: mrtboard.org.nz
• As an ideal candidate, you will have experience in MRI

Your strengths in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships within a multi-disciplinary establishment will be essential to your success. A passion for providing the highest levels of clinical quality and the best standards of care possible to our patients is hugely welcomed.

Why you will enjoy working here

We understand that there’s more to life than just work. That is why we offer a wide range of services and benefits to support the wellbeing and growth of our staff throughout their employment with us. When you join our team, you will enjoy: -

• A comprehensive, well-structured orientation programme with exceptional clinical support
• A welcoming, multicultural team that shares your sense of adventure
• Ongoing opportunities for professional development and continuous improvement
• A positive team environment with a supportive workplace culture
• Subsidised gym membership and free fitness classes provided by 5Points Gym
• Employee discounts across various businesses and a free annual eye test

Auckland truly has it all – from stunning beaches and scenic mountain trails to world-class concerts, sporting events, shopping, and an incredible food and wine scene. It’s also the perfect gateway for exploring the rest of New Zealand, with domestic and international flight connections. 

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

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.