Posted 26 July, 2026
Radiation Therapist
Te Whatu Ora Te Pae Hauora o Ruahine o Tararua MidCentral
Palmerston North, MWT, NZ
Full Time
Reference: 64a4b801f079db61
Job Description
Radiation Therapist Palmerston North Hospital Permanent – Full time 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 are seeking enthusiastic and motivated Radiation Therapists to join our welcoming team in Palmerston North, NewZealand. We currently have full‑time permanent positions available but are flexible and happy to discuss working arrangements to suit your circumstances. The Regional Cancer Treatment Service (RCTS) is the non‑surgical cancer treatment provider for the central North Island, serving a population of approximately 580,000 across MidCentral, Hawke's Bay, Taranaki, Whanganui and Wairarapa. The RCTS has recently expanded to a multi campus treatment service with the successful opening of our Taranaki outreach site, providing treatment closer to home for patients, and we are actively planning for Hawke's Bay as the next stage of our regional expansion. Joining RCTS now means becoming part of a service that is growing, evolving, and shaping the future of regional cancer care in New Zealand — with opportunities to be involved in service development, outreach work, and innovation over time as well as options to travel across the region About the Team RCTS is home to NewZealand's newest linear accelerator fleet (Varian TrueBeam), supported by a state‑of‑the‑art planning system (RayStation). We are proud of our strong culture of patient‑centred care, teamwork, and delivery of high‑quality radiation therapy for a diverse regional population. You'll work alongside a supportive multidisciplinary team, including radiation therapists who have trained and worked both in New Zealand and internationally, making this a great environment for overseas clinicians transitioning into the NZ health system About you Applicants will need to: Be registered as a Radiation Therapist with the Medical Radiation Technologist Board of New Zealand (or be eligible to obtain registration) Hold, or be able to obtain, a current Annual Practising Certificate Demonstrate excellent communication skills and cultural competence Be proactive in their own professional development and support others Participate in service improvement and promote evidence‑based practice Be flexible and willing to work across multiple locations when required About the Location Manawatū is known for its effortless blend of city and rural living; here you can choose your ideal lifestyle, from peaceful rural villages, to bustling townships, or city life. It's a family-friendly place that's easy to live and work, with easy access to an array of outdoor activities – beaches, ski fields, lakes, mountains, as well as fantastic mountain biking and hiking tracks. No traffic and an easy commute to work, really help a with true work-life balance. Our fantastic central location means exploring other parts of New Zealand is easy as a drive or a short flight. We are well served with excellent schooling options, as well as two tertiary institutes – Massey University and the International Pacific College. Discover more hidden gems that Manawatū and Palmerston North have to offer here: Manawatū & Palmerston North - Visit | Live | Study | Business (manawatunz.co.nz).Check out our careers site here for more information about Palmerston North hospital. We actively encourage a life work balance and appreciate flexibility can be important, so we are open to discuss options! 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr