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

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Trainee Sonographer, Middlemore Hospital, Permanent Fulltime

• Ultrasound is a patient-centred profession. The role involves acting as an advocate for patients, displaying a high level of professionalism and functioning as part of a multidisciplinary team.

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

As a Trainee Sonographer, you will be learning in a team that brings a wealth of collective experience. For our Trainee Sonographers we provide a multidisciplinary approach in a supportive, mentoring and training environment making it one of the most successful teaching hospitals in New Zealand. You will be supported through the University of Auckland in completing a Post Graduate Diploma in Health Science (Ultrasound).

About the Team/Service/ Location

We have a vibrant and enthusiastic team of Sonographers working in both an Inpatient and Outpatient service over two locations, Middlemore Hospital (MMH) and Manukau Health Park.

You will be challenged clinically on a broad variety of examinations including general, Obstetrics and gynaecology, small parts, musculoskeletal, paediatric, neonatal and vascular examinations.

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About you

As a Trainee Sonographer you will be employed at Middlemore Hospital while completing the Postgraduate Diploma in Health sciences (Ultrasound) at the University of Auckland.

• A Bachelors degree in Medical imaging or a related Health science field degree
• Willingness to learn and take feedback. Be able to problem solve and demonstrate critical thinking.
• Have strong communication skills, be empathetic and show patience.

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 13th September If you have any questions about the role, please contact Reshma Amin  @ Reshma.amin@tewhatuora.govt.nz

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