New Zealand Government – Blenheim, South Island
$113,551 - $128,546 a year
Full time, Permanent
10 days ago, from New Zealand Government
If you are passionate about delivering high-quality Echocardiology services and looking for a rewarding career in one of New Zealand's most desirable locations, Nelson Marlborough has the perfect position in Wairau Hospital for you.
Permanent, full-time (1.0FTE)
80 hours per fortnight
An excellent opportunity to contribute to a forward-thinking, patient-focused cardiac care service
Health NZ, Nelson Marlborough has approximately 3000 employees, providing health services in the Nelson, Tasman, and Marlborough regions, serving almost 150,000 people. Facilities at Nelson Marlborough include four hospitals (Nelson, Wairau, Alexander, and Murchison Hospitals), a district-wide public health service, and four community health centers located in Richmond, Marlborough, Motueka, and Golden Bay. Our vision is for all people to live well, get well, and stay well, and our mission is to work with the people of our community to promote, encourage, and enable their health, well-being, and independence. Respect, innovation, teamwork, and integrity represent our fundamental values.
The echocardiography department at Wairau Hospital offers advanced equipment including the latest echocardiography machines, stress echo systems, and advanced imaging software. Our comprehensive service includes adult and pediatric echocardiography, providing critical diagnostic support across outpatient and inpatient, and emergency settings. Wairau Hospital is committed to expanding its cardiac service, ensuring that the Marlborough community has access to timely, accurate cardiovascular care.
Blenheim, Marlborough- where healthcare meets paradise, is a fantastic, secure, and pleasant place to raise a family and enjoy the best of "kiwi life." Marlborough, which also boasts 2400 hours of sunlight annually, contains 20% of New Zealand's coastline, making it unique. The region offers endless opportunities for skilling, watersports, and walking/hiking. It also has a reputation for its award-winning wines, fine art, local theatre, conventional centre, and peaceful approach to life.
You will be joining a supportive and multidisciplinary team of highly trained sonographers and cardiology specialists. Our echocardiography service is committed to providing high-quality diagnostic services with a commitment to continuous learning and professional development to support patient care across the region.
As a Cardiac Sonographer, you will perform a wide range of diagnostic cardiac ultrasound procedures, including transthoracic, transoesophageal, and stress echocardiography. Your expertise will play a critical role in diagnosing and managing cardiovascular conditions. You will work alongside a team of skilled professionals in a friendly, patient-centered environment. There are opportunities for training, skill development, and career advancement.
You will work Monday to Friday, routine hours with no on-call. The full-time equivalent salary range for a Cardiac Sonographer working 80 hours a week is $113,551 to $128,546 (Step 1 to 5) based on the current APEX Sonographer Collective Agreement dependent on skills, experience, and registration in NZ.
Ko wai he kaitono totika? (Who is an appropriate applicant?)
The ideal applicant will:
Have either the DMU or QUT postgraduate qualification (or equivalent).
Hold full registration with the MRTB and a current annual practising certificate in Cardiac Ultrasound.
Be able to provide fully comprehensive echo reports and have excellent technical skills and knowledge.
Be capable of working independently in a small team with a commitment to providing high standards of patient care.
Have strong communication and teamwork skills.
The successful candidate must be eligible to work in New Zealand or hold a valid NZ work visa at the time of applying.
For general enquiries please contact our recruitment team at ****** or 03 5395777.
For role-specific information please contact Pat Davidsen - Service Manager Clinical Support at ******.
Click Apply Now or please fill in our online application form and include a cover letter explaining your interest in this position here . Applications via email will not be considered.
Ref: R3W24-009
Applications close: Open until filled. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so we encourage you to apply early.
Health NZ Nelson Marlborough strongly endorses Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
We believe that to achieve equity in health outcomes for Maori we need a workforce reflective of the population it serves. We strongly encourage applications from candidates who identify as Maori and we recruit for cultural competence.
He waka eke noa. We are all in this together.
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