Radiologist - Queenstown

Location

South Island - Otago – Queenstown, South Island

About us

Health New Zealand – Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we’re building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau‑centred care, and excellence.

We are expanding our Queenstown Lakes site and looking to have an onsite Consultant Radiologist.

About Queenstown Lakes District

The district has a permanent population of around 30,000 and a large visitor population. Lakes District Hospital comprises twelve general medical beds, five maternity beds, an Emergency Department and a small outpatient department. We have an onsite radiology unit with a CT scanner and a digital RIS / PACS system. Patients requiring urgent specialist care are transferred by road or helicopter to Invercargill or Dunedin. We work closely with St Johns, the Otago Trust Rescue Helicopter and the Dunedin ICU Retrieval Service.

Our radiology service offers MRI, interventional, CT and ultrasound imaging. Mammography is not offered.

Role Overview

The vacancy requires a Radiologist with a general scope of skills who can triage, protocol and report CT and X‑ray studies. As the sole radiologist on‑site you will work closely with the ED department and all radiology staff. You will be supported by a multidisciplinary team in Southland and Dunedin, and will have opportunities to work in Southland for fluoroscopy, US and MRI reporting, US / CT‑guided interventional procedures, and to share an on‑call roster covering both Lakes and Southland districts. Regular participation in regional MDMs and meetings is expected.

Responsibilities

• Triage, protocol, and report CT and X‑ray studies.
• Collaborate with ED and radiology staff on‑site.
• Provide support and reporting for fluoroscopy, ultrasound, MRI, and interventional procedures in Southland.
• Participate in quality initiatives and audit processes.
• Attend regional multidisciplinary meetings and MDMs.
• Cover the 1 : 4 on‑call roster for Lakes and Southland districts.

Qualifications

Benefits and Working Conditions

Salary is part of the ASMS Collective Agreement and falls between Step 1 (NZD $185,380) and Step 15 (NZD $267,980) per annum pro‑rata. Compensation for all call duties is added to the base salary. Part‑time applicants and requests for flexibility will be considered; however, all colleagues undertake a full share of call duties.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Health New Zealand are committed to being good employers and honouring our equal employment opportunity obligations. We embrace diversity and welcome applications from all people, including all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations and disabilities. A workforce that is diverse and inclusive means we are better positioned to understand and serve our community.

How to apply

To apply for the role please click ‘apply now’ and submit your application through our online careers portal. If you have any questions, contact Agatha Chen, Recruitment Advisor – Senior Medical Officers at

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