Trainee Physiology Technician

• Trainee Clinical Physiology Technician, Rotorua Hospital
• Fulltime | Fixed Term 2 years to complete training
• Come and join our small, fun, passionate team, learning to perform heart and lung tests to help the people of Lakes district
• Supportive workplace, amazing learning opportunity

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

We are looking for a motivated, dynamic person to join our team and train as a Physiology Technician undertaking the following procedures:

• ECGs
• Exercise stress testing
• Cardiac monitoring application (Blood pressure, Holter and Event)
• Lung function tests

As a trainee, you will be learning to perform these diagnostic tests, transitioning from fully supervised instruction to working independently while completing the theory and assessment criteria to achieve the Society of Cardiopulmonary (SCT) Certificate of Physiological Measurement (CPM).

About the Team/Service/ Location

The Clinical Physiology department at Te Whatu Ora Lakes is a small, passionate and fun team with close, supportive, working relationships with our senior medical and multi-disciplinary teams. We provide a diagnostic service for patients requiring Cardiology, Respiratory and Neurological investigation.

Health New Zealand |Te Whatu Ora Lakes provides healthcare from its two modern and progressive general hospitals in Rotorua and Taupo, New Zealand. The Lakes district is becoming the lifestyle destination of choice and is well known for its many outdoor recreational activities, family friendly beaches, and a growing multi-cultural community. Working at Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora Lakes provides a great opportunity to balance an amazing lifestyle with a rewarding professional experience.

As well as a supportive, inclusive and diverse work environment, Health New Zealand |Te Whatu Ora Lakes offer competitive salary, free staff parking, fee flu vaccination, discounts (with local businesses), and access to Employee Assistance Program.

For more information on living and working in Rotorua and Taupo click here

About you

The applicant must meet the following educational requirements:

• Have a minimum of (60 credits at Level 2 NCEA, plus 20 credits at any level, plus literacy and numeracy credit requirements at level 1 NCEA) including a pass in one of the following: Science, Biology, Chemistry or Physics

The applicant must:

• Have high personal expectations, is self-directed and uses initiative
• Dedicated to patient care, upholds confidentiality with a reputation for high integrity and discretion
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Be able to work under direction and as part of a team

Please note: This role does not require a degree, please do not apply as an entry to physiologist or sonographer training.

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 before end of posting date. If you have any questions about the role, please contact vacancy@lakesdhb.govt.nz.

The selection process starts from the date of advertising. Due to the fast-paced nature of our roles, the vacancy close date may be subject to change.