Deliver high-quality ultrasound examinations and mentor sonographers across Northland to maintain service excellence and safety

Charge Sonographer - Radiology

Based at Whangarei Hospital, permanent part-time positions available. Travel as required to support rural Kaitaia and Bay of Islands Hospitals. Professional development opportunities to grow your knowledge and advance your career.

The primary function of this position is to participate in and maintain an efficient, high quality Ultrasound Services for Te Whatu Ora Te Tai Tokerau:

  • Perform appropriately requested examinations, producing quality images in accordance with good professional practice and the relevant protocols.
  • Ensure that all statistical information is entered into the Radiology information system in an accurate and timely manner.
  • Assist with supervision, support and education to other sonographers including students within the service.

From Whangarei to Dargaville or the Bay of Islands to Kaitaia, there’s nothing routine about working in Northland. Providing healthcare in such a natural and rugged environment provides everyday challenges but that’s what makes a career here so special. We are lucky enough to enjoy everything this action-packed region has to offer at the end of the day.

As a Sonographer in our Radiology Department, you will need to have:

  • A recognised/accredited academic qualification
  • NZ Registered Medical Radiation Technologist in Ultrasound
  • Current Annual Practising Certificate
  • Ability to work independently and cooperatively in a multidisciplinary team.
  • Recent ultrasound experience within a radiology service
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

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.

To apply please click apply now. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by 22nd July 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Olivia Matthews at NL-jobs@tewhatuora.govt.nz.

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