Trainee Sonographer at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Waitematā, Auckland

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Trainee Sonographer 
Waitākere and North Shore Hospitals 
July 2027 November 2029 

PLEASE NOTE, THIS ROLE IS ONLY OPEN TO CURRENT EMPLOYEES OF HEALTH NEW ZEALAND TE WHATU ORA. WE'RE UNABLE TO ACCEPT APPLICATIONS FROM PEOPLE OUTSIDE OF OUR ORGANISATION.

About Waitematā 

We have an exciting opportunity for a Trainee Sonographer to join our Radiology team within the Waitematā District, based at North Shore and Waitākere Hospitals. As New Zealands largest secondary healthcare provider, Waitematā serves a fast-growing, diverse, and multicultural population. 

To learn more about living and working in the Waitematā District, click here. 

About the Role 

This trainee role offers hands-on experience in our busy ultrasound departments, where you will develop your skills and knowledge in a wide range of examinations including general, obstetric, paediatric, vascular, and some musculoskeletal imaging. 

Training will be conducted under supervision at both North Shore and Waitākere Hospitals. There may be times when you are required to travel within the Auckland region for additional training experience. Upon successful completion of the programme, it is expected that you will take up a Sonographer position and continue your career within the Waitematā District. 

To view the full position description, click here. 

About You 

To be considered, you must either be eligible to enrol or already enrolled in the Postgraduate Diploma in Ultrasound at the University of Auckland. You must also be available to attend a possible 6-week on-campus intensive course. 

This full-time role begins in Semester 2, 2027, and requires you to balance clinical work with academic study. Most of your course work will need to be completed outside of working hours, so strong time-management and commitment are essential. 

Working at Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is committed to delivering excellent healthcare for all New Zealanders. We value and support a workforce that reflects the diversity of our communities. We welcome applications from candidates who identify with our 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 12 November 2026. 

If you have any questions about the role, please contact Sarah Kneller Recruitment Consultant at sarah.kneller@tewhatuora.govt.nz. 

Please note: We will review applications as they are received and may begin the recruitment process before the advertised closing date. 

Job reference: WDHB22305