Based in New PlymouthHealth 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.Health New Zealand Te Pae Hauora o Ruahine o Tararua MidCentral (MidCentral) provides healthcare services to over 180,000 people across the Manawatū, Horowhenua and Tararua regions. With a large hospital campus at Palmerston North, it also provides key health care and support services to neighbouring communities.If you are an enthusiastic Radiation Therapist, we have an opening for a permanent position.About the role:We are excited to open this opportunity for Radiation Therapists to practice at New Zealand's first outreach treatment site. We are seeking applications from enthusiastic Radiation Therapists interested in work based in New Plymouth.We have a permanent position available, but we are open to discussing the best arrangement based on your availability and preference.The Regional Cancer Treatment Service (RCTS) is the non-surgical cancer treatment provider for the central North Island, covering a population of 580,000, in the MidCentral, Hawkes' Bay, Taranaki, Whanganui and Wairarapa Districts. Historically all radiation treatments have been delivered in Palmerston North and this is changing for our patients in the Taranaki and Hawkes' Bay regions.RCTS is the base of New Zealand's newest linac fleet (TrueBeam), supported by state-of-the-art planning system (RayStation). There is a strong culture of patient centred care with a focus on high quality Radiation Therapy for our large regional population.There are excellent opportunities for ongoing education and working with likeminded colleagues who have trained both in New Zealand and around the world.Applicants for this role will need to have:
Registration as a Radiation Therapist with the Medical Radiation Technologist Board (NZ) and hold a current practising certificate
Promotes and integrates into practice effective communication, cultural competence evidence- based best practice models.
As proactive in their own development and supports others in their professional growth
Actively participates in service improvement initiatives and promotes evidence-based practice.
The flexibility to work across multiple locations.
Working at Health New ZealandHealth 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 ApplyTo 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 Helen Manoharan, Nursing Recruitment Consultant (Email: )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.
