Professional Lead Cardiac Sonography and Physiology

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Nau mai, haere mai ki Te Whatu Ora Taranaki

Taranaki Whanui He Rohe Oranga - Taranaki Together, A Healthy Community

Te Kaupapa – Mission

Improving, promoting, protecting and caring for the health and wellbeing of the people of Taranaki.

We are looking for people that share our vision by providing the best care for our people and our community. We have a responsibility to see the whole picture, the whole community, in terms of health and to support everyone working in Taranaki to do the best job they can in a world of constant change.

Taranaki - A place like no other

Taranaki boasts some of New Zealand’s most iconic natural landscapes like Mt Taranaki and many adventure activities. The rugged and wild coastline is home to more than 12 world-class surf breaks. Taranaki is a place where you can ski and surf in the same day. For a more relaxing experience, there are many walks (bush, coastal or mountain) as well as art trails, festivals and award-winning museums and galleries and a thriving café culture. Click here to read more information about Taranaki.

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E pā ana ki a tatou - About us

At Te Whatu Ora Taranaki we are committed to recognising the value our people bring to our organisation within a supportive team of healthcare professionals that provide comprehensive care to our patients.

We believe having workforce that is diverse and inclusive, we are a pro-equity Health Organisation and this means that we will be better positioned to understand and serve our community.

When you choose to work with us, we will offer you:

· A comprehensive orientation and induction to our organisation and your department

· Access to clinical training and education

· Up to date facilities, Have a look at

·  Project Maunga - our New Facilities currently under construction check this out on our website www.tdhb.org/maunga.shtml

· Opportunities to participate on local project and regional collaboration teams

· Professional development

Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role

Cardiac Sonographer - Professional Lead Sonography and Clinical Physiology

Taranaki Base Hospital, New Plymouth

1.0 FTE (80 hours per fortnight)

Permanent Position - Monday to Friday

The cardiology and respiratory department provides a wide range of services including the following: Diagnostic Coronary Angiography, Echocardiography (Adult and Paeds) - TTE and TOE, Holter monitoring, Respiratory diagnostics, Exercise tolerance testing, Chemical and physical perfusion scans and Pacemaker/ICD monitoring and management. You will have up to 0.4 FTE non-clinical time assigned to develop the workforce, existing quality assure framework and SOP’s. You will must be able to provide supervision to trainee sonographers, and implement a peer review programme and develop professional improvement opportunities for the team.

You will have the opportunity to:

· Work with the latest model GE: E95 Echo Machines and reporting software. These machines provide 3D and strain capability for both TTE and TOE.

· Provide professional leadership to Cardiac Sonographers as well Cardiac and Respiratory Physiologists.

· Join a team of highly skilled professionals who aim to ensure efficient service delivery and provide a patient focused service.

· Maintain, identify and pursue opportunities for developing new knowledge and skills.

· Strive to eliminate health inequalities and achieve health equity for the Taranaki population.

Please click here to view the job description

Moū - About you

 Are you a suitably qualified and experienced Cardiac Sonographer looking to be part of a highly skilled and supportive Cardiology and Respiratory Department team?

· Do you have proven leadership skills and/or a desire to develop these skills further?

· Do you want to work for an employer known for their focus on employee wellness?

· Would you like to work with a passionate and innovative team?

· Come join us in Taranaki

Do you share in our vision, our values and will ensure our patients feel supported and cared for throughout their journey with us?

If you want to make an application click on "Apply Online" from within this page.

For further information, please contact Jan Prideaux on Email: Jan.Prideaux@tdhb.org.nz

Applications Close when a suitable candidate is found. 

Ma tini, ma mano, ka rapa te whai

By joining together, we will succeed