Radiologist at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Whanganui, Manawatu / Whanganui

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Work in NZ's beautiful region of Whanganui where a relaxed healthy work life balance is encouraged
• A 138 bed-Care Capacity Demand Management (CCDM) secondary hospital

• A Radiologist role in Whanganui, NZ, offers the chance to make a meaningful impact in a close-knit diverse community while enjoying a supportive work environment, excellent work-life balance, and a stunning coastal lifestyle
• Permanent, full-time position
• A smooth relocation transition is guaranteed

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

We are seeking a General Radiologist to join our friendly and supportive team at Whanganui Hospital. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a modern, well-equipped rural hospital where your contribution will truly make a difference.

Our Radiology Department provides comprehensive inpatient, emergency, and outpatient imaging services and is equipped with:

• MRI and CT scanners
• Digital x-ray rooms
• Ultrasound suites
• Fluoroscopy

While we are a smaller service, we are highly collaborative and patient-focused, with multidisciplinary teams that consistently deliver high-quality care. Patient pathology is varied and interesting can cover the full scope of a general radiologist.

This role offers a balanced workload of approximately 70% clinical and 30% non-clinical time, supporting:

• Image interpretation across CT, MRI, x-ray, and ultrasound
• Vetting and protocoling imaging requests
• Collaboration with referring clinicians
• Support and guidance for Medical Imaging Technologists (MITs)

There are also opportunities to contribute to:

• Teaching and mentoring (house officers and registrars within the regional network)
• Service development and quality improvement initiatives

About the Team/Service/ Location

Whanganui Hospital is located on the West coast of New Zealand's North Island with a wide range of services including emergency medicine, general medicine, general surgery, orthopaedics, O&G, ENT, ophthalmology, dentistry and psychiatry. We serve a population of approximately 65,000 residents and serves as a central hub for the 16,000 people residing in the surrounding districts across the region.

The Radiology Service at Whanganui Hospital is a small, collegial, and supportive team committed to delivering safe, effective, and patient-centred care.

Working in Whanganui offers:

• A broad and interesting case mix
• Strong clinical collaboration
• A genuine opportunity to influence service development in a regional setting

Beyond work, Whanganui offers a relaxed lifestyle, good schools, no traffic jams, easy access to outdoor activities, (beach and mountain) making it an ideal place to live and work.

Your move to Whanganui will allow you to experience a vast range of sights and entertainment in our region. It offers easily accessible mountains for skiing or hiking, lakes for fishing and boating, as well as beaches for surfing and quiet walks. The year-round temperate climate allows you to make the most of this healthy family-focused lifestyle. Whanganui also boasts an exciting arts community and facilities, a mix of local and travelling music talent, educational and sporting opportunities for all ages, historical buildings and culture. Living in Whanganui, you will be two-and-half hours' drive away from our capital city, Wellington or a 1-hour scenic flight to Auckland.

This excellent work / lifestyle balance for you and your family is further supported by a high quality of education at primary and secondary level, offered through both public and private schools.

For more information on living and working in Whanganui click here 

About you

To be successful in this role, you will:

• Hold vocational registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ) in Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, or
• Be an overseas-trained Radiologist eligible for MCNZ registration

You will also bring:

• A collaborative and team-focused approach
• A commitment to high-quality, patient-centred care
• An interest in service development and continuous improvement 

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 6 August 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Honey Pillai, Senior Recruitment & Operations - SMOs via Honey.Pillai@wdhb.org.nz

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