Career Connect

• Make a difference, somewhere different - come work in New Zealand 
• Advance your career working in a multi-disciplinary team across services 
• Permanent, full-time and part-time opportunities are available across the country for eligible candidates  

About the role 

A variety of opportunities are available for qualified Mammographers who want to make a positive impact while working in a dynamic, multi-disciplinary, and supportive team. Positions are immediately available across New Zealand. 

Health New Zealand are looking for Mammographers with an interest in women’s health who are passionate about delivering quality care to our patients. You will play a key role in the delivery of both the symptomatic service and Breast Screen Aotearoa (BSA) national screening programme for the eligible population. We have a collaborative and supportive healthcare system that has an integrated and multi-disciplinary way of working. 

About the Team/Service  

Now is the perfect time to join New Zealand’s national breast screening programme, BreastScreen Aotearoa. Health New Zealand is making major investments in this service, including expanding the free screening age range from 45 - 69 to 45 - 74, and introducing a new ICT system. 

Expanding the age eligibility means: 

• More women will be screened 
• More breast cancers will be detected early
• More lives will be saved!

These roles offer the chance to work in a welcoming, friendly, and supportive environment that actively encourages both personal and professional growth. As part of a multi-disciplinary team, Mammographers collaborate closely with radiologists, nurses, healthcare assistants and other health professionals to deliver high-quality care. 

About you? 

 The successful candidate will:  

• Be an enthusiastic, knowledgeable and motivated individual with an in-depth understanding of Mammography and Breast Imaging, including tomosynthesis 
• Have a New Zealand recognised post graduate mammography qualification which is BreastScreen Aotearoa (BSA) accredited, however, we will also support MIT's who are interested in pursuing Mammography as a subspecialty, and training will be provided for PG cert in Mammography 

• Have registration with the New Zealand MRT Board 

• Hold a current Annual Practising Certificate 

• Perform high quality routine and specialised Mammography whilst maintaining a high standard of patient care. 

Call New Zealand home  

Once offered a position, our internal Health Immigration team can provide free support to you and your family with immigrating to New Zealand. Senior Medical Officers are on the New Zealand immigration green list, so you have the opportunity for permanent residency in New Zealand. 

One of the best things about living and working in New Zealand is the opportunity to experience nature, outdoor adventure and vibrant cities so close to where you live and work. You're never far away from your next adventure in New Zealand with access to hiking, skiing, mountain biking, and water sports, as well as fine dining and diving into traditional experiences to learn more about Maori culture all across the country. 

Salary and benefits 

Medical Imaging Technologists receive 4 weeks of annual leave and 12 paid public holidays, giving you time to explore our beautiful country and raise a family in our diverse communities. Along with your base salary as a Medical Imaging Technologist, you will have ongoing professional development and will work alongside a multi-disciplinary and supportive team. 

• Base scale (steps 1 to 7) - $77K NZD to $108K NZD ($43K USD to $60K USD) 

• Recognition steps (steps 8 to 10) - up to $116K NZD ($65K USD) for advanced practice 

• Senior and leadership roles - may be paid on a separate 19-step scale ranging from $111K NZD to $151K NZD ($62K USD to $84K USD) 

Working for 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 all applications including those from diverse Maori, Pacific disabled and rainbow communities. 

How to apply 

Please click 'apply now' to move forward. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal. If you have questions, please email our recruiters at internationalrecruitmentcentre@tewhatuora.govt.nz 

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