Clinical Physiology Technician

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

He Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the Role

We are looking for a Cardiac Technician who can bring enthusiasm and basic knowledge of ECG work to the Allied Health Scientific and Technical team.

The work duties include, but not limited to, ECG's, ambulatory monitoring, ETT support spirometry, Sleep equipment delivery, assisting physiologists on treatment programmes under clinician guidance and general admin tasks and housekeeping. 

This is permanent 0.5FTE role, working 40 hours per fortnight in Whakatāne.

He Kōrero mōu - About You

The successful applicants will have the following attributes: 

• A Certificate in Physiological Measurement (CPM)
• Registration with Clinical Physiologist Registration Board (CPRB)
• An energetic, resilient and ‘can do' attitude.
• A team player with strong organisational and time management skills
• Adaptable, open to change and able to relate well to people from a variety of backgrounds and cultures.
• Able to utilise their initiative to help support the work of our Physiologists.
• Computer skills
• Willing to increase skill mix and knowledge.
• Hold relevant residency status to work in New Zealand
• A full driver's licence (manual and automatic) is a requirement as the role requires working across hospital sites. 

Ko o tatou painga – Our Benefits

• Access to ongoing in-house professional development
• Commitment to staff wellness and healthy working practices (e.g. We support work life balance and flexible work arrangements whenever possible)
• Highly rewarding role and opportunity to make a difference!
• Be a valued member of a multidisciplinary team
• Subsidised onsite hospital gym membership
• Free flu vaccinations
• Free onsite parking
• Discounts (with local businesses)

Tō mātou whakahaere ki te tika, te rerekētanga, me te whai wāhi mai | Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion

Our name, Te Whatu Ora, means ‘the weaving of wellness'. Whatu is the combining together of people, resources, organisations, thoughts and actions for the betterment and wellbeing of all. Whatu is also a direct reference to the pupil of the eye, and the vision required of the new entity and system.

At Te Whatu Ora we acknowledge and respect our people's diversity and spiritual needs, ensuring a safe workplace that is a whānau orientated and supportive environment. We are working towards a system that better meets the complex demands of a growing population, addresses the persistent inequalities experienced by Māori and ensures greater access, experience and outcomes for those traditionally not well served by the system – Māori, Pacific and Disabled People.

Tō tūranga i roto i Te Whatu Ora | Your place in Te Whatu Ora

When you join us, you become part of transforming the health system. This is a once in a life-time change, that will touch the lives of everyone in Aotearoa, and future generations. We want to see the real you in your application and welcome the real you on board if you come and work with us. Skills are gained across many areas of our life, not just in formal employment. If you can demonstrate the skills listed in the ad, but the experience was gained through whānau life, community or mahi aroha (volunteering) we encourage you to apply and share your story with us in your cover letter.

We particularly welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

Me pēhea te tuku tono - How to Apply

You can view the position description below and to apply for the role please click “APPLY NOW.” For tracking and reporting purposes, all applications must be submitted through our online career's portal.

Due to this position having contact with children and Te Whatu Ora Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty commitment to child protection, you will be subject to ‘safety checks' under the Children's Act at the time of hire and thereafter as per the relevant legislation.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so we encourage you to apply early.