Medical Imaging Technologist - IR & General X-Ray

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12-month Fixed Term (Sep 2026 - Sep 2027), based at Christchurch Health CampusFull- Time 1.0FTE, 40 hours per week (Rotational role 0.5FTE in General X-Ray, 0.5FTE in Interventional Radiology)Utilise your professional knowledge and skills to provide a top-quality patient-centred radiographic serviceNew Zealand registered Medical Imaging Technologist with current Annual Practicing Certificate is essentialHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principlesof Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system thatserves all New Zealanders.

About the Role\n

The Radiology Services in Canterbury district provides patient centred care across multiple sites. We are a hardworking team who use professional knowledge and skills to ensure the provision of quality patient-centred radiographic imaging services.

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We currently have an exciting opportunity available for a rotational MIT to join us, working within an experienced and supportive team across our General X-Ray and Interventional Radiology services.We offer an amazing team, ultramodern facilities and a work/life balance that is second to none.

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General X-ray has 100+ staff and 25+ rooms spread across 3 main sites, and IR MITs work within a multidisciplinary team alongside Radiology Nurses and Interventional Radiologists, with 3 IR suites, a Hybrid OT and a CT Biopsy scanner, and an Ultrasound Biopsy room.

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This position will see you working 40hrs per week, in rostered shifts to be discussed at interview. Participation in an on-call roster is also required.

In this role, you will be responsible for:\n

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• Delivering quality patient-centred radiographic services which are efficient and effective for the needs of the patients and the service
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• Effective documentation of procedures (where appropriate)
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• The support and facilitation of quality indicators/programmes
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• Supervision and clinical training of Medical Imaging Students, where appropriate
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• Operate a CT Biopsy/Interventional scanner, a monoplane and Biplane IR systems and in the Hybrid Operating IR system
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• Take responsibility for any equipment you are working with and reporting any breakdowns or equipment issues to the service engineers
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• Act as a radiation safety advocate for patients and visiting staff
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About You\n

You are a skilled and patient'focused Medical Imaging Technologist with experience in Interventional Radiology, who thrives in a fast'paced, multidisciplinary environment. You are motivated to deliver high'quality, safe imaging services and contribute positively to a collaborative and culturally responsive team.

Your skills/ experience will include:\n

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• At least 2-years' qualified, with proven experience in Interventional Radiology
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• A strong commitment to patient-centred care, safety, and quality outcomes
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• The ability to work effectively under pressure while managing competing priorities
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• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a collaborative team approach
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• Well-developed organisational and time management skills
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• A proactive, adaptable mindset with a willingness to embrace innovation and change
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• An understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and a commitment to supporting equitable health outcomes
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• Professional integrity, accountability, and a commitment to ongoing learning and development
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• Registered Medical Imaging Technologist with current Annual Practicing Certificate
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Working at Health New Zealand\n

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuringexcellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce thatis diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand andservice our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori,Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

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