Radiographic Assistant

North Island - Manawatu / Whanganui – Manawatu County

About the Role

It's a dynamic role that blends hands‑on teamwork with vital administrative responsibilities, making it ideal for someone who values both clinical impact and organizational excellence.

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.

As a Radiographic Assistant, you'll be an essential part of the medical imaging team, supporting the coordination of x‑ray, CT, ultrasound, and MRI procedures. Your responsibilities will include assisting with patient movement, ensuring smooth patient flow, and carrying out administrative tasks related to imaging examinations—all with the goal of delivering a positive patient experience. This is a permanent full‑time position (40 hours per week), with preferred working hours of 10 am to 6 pm, Monday to Friday, and the flexibility to work occasional weekend shifts as required.

About you

You are a motivated and conscientious team player with a forward‑thinking approach. You thrive in a dynamic environment, enjoy working collaboratively, and take pride in delivering excellent patient care. With strong organizational skills and attention to detail, you're confident managing both clinical support and administrative tasks. Your adaptability and positive attitude make you an asset to the imaging team, ensuring patients feel supported and procedures run smoothly.

About the Location

Manawatu is known for its effortless blend of city and rural living; here you can choose your ideal lifestyle, from peaceful rural villages to bustling townships, or city life. It's a family‑friendly place that's easy to live and work, with easy access to an array of outdoor activities – beaches, ski fields, lakes, mountains, as well as fantastic mountain biking and hiking tracks. No traffic and an easy commute to work, really help a with true work‑life balance. Our fantastic central location means exploring other parts of New Zealand is easy as a drive or a short flight. We are well served with excellent schooling options, as well as two tertiary institutes – Massey University and the International Pacific College.

Discover more hidden gems that Manawatu and Palmerston North have to offer here : Manawatu & Palmerston North - Visit | Live | Study | Business (manawatunz.co.nz). Check out our careers site here for more information about Palmerston North hospital.

We actively encourage a life work balance and appreciate flexibility can be important, so we are open to discuss options!

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 Maori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Tara Penketh, Allied Health Recruitment Advisor, (Email :

• @tewhatuora.govt.nz )

Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.

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

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