• Medical Imaging Technologist (MIT), Palmerston North Hospital, Permanent Fulltime

Are you a qualified Medical Imaging Technologist (MIT) looking to specialise in mammography? Do you enjoy working with people and making a real difference in women's health? This is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive team and contribute to breast screening and diagnostic services across the central North Island.

Benefits

• An encouraging learning environment where you will continue to grow and be challenged
• A professional and supportive culture and team setting
• Fulfilling and challenging work with great lifestyle options
• Tailored wellness programmes

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 a qualified Medical Imaging Technologist (MIT) looking to specialise in mammography? We have an exciting opportunity to join our Breast Imaging Service team in Palmerston North, providing essential screening and diagnostic services across the central North Island.

This role involves working within BreastScreen Coast to Coast (BSCC), which delivers screening and assessment services as part of the National Breast Screening Programme – BreastScreen Aotearoa. You will also contribute to diagnostic services for symptomatic clients and those requiring ongoing surveillance.

The position includes rostered work on our mobile mammography unit, which travels to rural and remote areas across Taranaki, Whanganui, Manawatū, Horowhenua, East Coast, Hawke's Bay, Tararua, and the lower Central Plateau. Travel requirements range from day trips to week-long assignments.

ABOUT THE TEAM/SERVICE

Our Breast Imaging Service is a highly skilled, supportive team committed to delivering high-quality care to women across the region. We provide both screening and diagnostic services, ensuring timely and accurate imaging for our communities.

MidCentral employs over 2,500 people and offers a supportive work environment that values diversity and inclusion. We actively seek Māori kaimahi and are committed to equity across our workforce.

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.

For more information on living and working in the Manawatu click here

ABOUT YOU

To be successful in this role, you will:

• Hold an undergraduate qualification in Medical Imaging Technology and a current practising certificate
• Be willing to complete postgraduate studies to meet BreastScreen Aotearoa requirements (if not already completed)
• Be available to work 80 hours per fortnight, including weekdays and/or weekends
• Be able to travel away from home on a rostered basis (1 in 3 or 4 weeks)
• Hold a full driver's licence
• Be physically fit to manage the demands of repetitive screening
• Enjoy working with people and adapt your practice to meet client needs
• Work well in a team environment

Experience in mammography is not essential – full training (including costs) will be provided for the right candidate.

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

the advertised date. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Christina Kirkwood/Lead MIT

/ Breast Imaging Manager/Phone: 06 350 1534Email: christina.kirkwood@midcentraldhb.govt.nz

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.

Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.