Job Description
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role
- Salary band - $122,570 to $130,295 p.a pro-rata and KiwiSaver
- Based at Dunedin Hospital
- Permanent, full-time opportunity
- Advance your skills and knowledge in stereotactic planning and treatment delivery
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
An exciting developmental opportunity has become available for an experienced Radiation Therapist to join our team in Dunedin and specialise in Stereotactic Radiation Therapy.
In this role, you'll lead the coordination and management of New Zealand's national stereotactic service. You will also be directly involved in the CT, planning and treatment delivery for patients requiring stereotactic radiation therapy. As an expert in advanced techniques such as SABR, SRT, and SRS, you'll drive innovation and set the standard for excellence in patient care. This is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact on a national scale while working at the forefront of radiation oncology.
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About us
Health New Zealand I Te Whatu Ora Southern has the largest geographical coverage of all the New Zealand regions, providing services to 350,000 people in diverse communities. We take pride in all the services we provide, and our aim is to improve, promote and protect the health of our region. We believe that our dedicated and passionate staff are a significant driving force behind the achievement of these standards, and we need more like-minded people to help us continue providing for our community.
Now is a great time to re-locate to Dunedin if you were considering the move. The Southern District offers the benefits of excellent amenities, first class primary through to tertiary education, affordable housing and outstanding recreational opportunities. Whether it's the outdoors - kayaking or sailing; skiing, hunting or fishing; or theatre, live-music or art or shopping and dining out - there's literally something for everyone. Check out https://southernhealthcareers.nz/ or check out Discover Dunedin for what we can offer you and your whanau.
Benefits:
- Beautiful coastlines and a family-friendly community
- Continuous support for career development
- Short work commutes
- Subsidised gym membership and discounted health insurance
- Access to staff fitness facilities and banking offers
- Access to a range of retail discounts and Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- Access to a range of retail, childcare and entertainment discounts
Find out more about our variety of benefits and discounts here: Benefits of joining us | Southern Health | He hauora, he kuru pounamu.
About you
To succeed in this role you will need to have the following:
- Registration or eligibility for registration with the New Zealand Medical Technologists Board (MRTB)
- A current MRTB (NZ) issued Annual Practicing Certificate - scope of practice Radiation Therapy
- Minimum of three years post graduate experience
- Excellent problem solving capabilities
- Strong initiative and have expert time management skills
- In-depth knowledge of dosimetry, CT, and/or SABR/SRS/SRT treatment delivery
- Experience in mentoring and teaching staff and students
- Interest or experience in cranial anatomy, benign brain conditions and/or working with paediatrics and adolescent/young adults
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 Wednesday, 9 July 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Katie Procter at katie.procter@tewhatuora.govt.nz
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.
We only accept online applications. Please apply via our website.