Cardiac Physiology Technician Trainee at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Southern, Otago

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Cardiac Physiology Technician Trainee

Dunedin Hospital

$72,074 - $86,719 p.a pro rate + Kiwisaver

• Opportunity to train as a Cardiac Physiology Technician
• Work and train on the job – some study required
• Full time Fixed Term position until March 2028 with possibility of permanency  

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we're building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence.

About the role

An exciting opportunity to make a difference and enhance the lives and health of our Tangata whenua.

This is an opportunity to join our team in the Cardiac Physiology Lab, 4th Floor of Dunedin Hospital and train on the job to become a Cardiac Physiology Technician. 

This important mahi involves taking ECG's, fitting cardiac monitors, Treadmill testing, and assisting with other mahi as required. Our technicians work collaboratively with the other clinical team members including the Cardiac Physiologists, Nurses and cardiologists within the department to ensure whanau experience efficient and effective care.

The hours of work for this position are Monday to Friday 8.00am to 4.30pm with a study component attached. You will be supported to complete the Certificate in Physiological Measurement (CPM), a one-year course which entails an academic component as well as both practical work and cases studies. Health NZ will cover the cost of the course; to gain this qualification, a trainee must complete the course and have one year of full-time employment.

This is a fixed term position for 18 months with the opportunity to become permanent pending successful completion of the Certificate in Physiological Measurement (CPM) program. 

About you

Ideally you will be a customer-focused person, with some relevant previous study already completed.  Experience in the health system is desirable but not essential.  You will bring to this role, a positive can- do attitude, a willingness and ability to learn along with your strong communication skills and attention to detail along with:

• Competency with te ao Māori, tikanga, and te reo Māori or a commitment to starting your journey and taking ownership of your learning and growth.

If you thrive in a busy team working environment, then we look forward to hearing from you.

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 Sunday 28 June 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact: james.boyd@tewhatuora.govt.nz

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