Cardiac Physiology Technician Trainee

Cardiac Physiology Technician Trainee at Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Southern, Otago Opportunity to train as a Cardiac Physiology TechnicianWork and train on the job - some study requiredFixed-term, full-time position until August 2026 with possibility of permanencyHealth 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, whanau-centred care, and excellence.Mo te turanga - About the roleAn exciting opportunity to make a difference and enhance the lives and health of our tanga whenua.This is an opportunity to join our team in the Cardiac Physiology Lab, 4th Floor of Dunedin Hospital and train on the job to become a Cardiac Physiology Technician.This important mahi involves taking ECGs, fitting cardiac monitors, treadmill testing, and assisting with other mahi as required. Our technicians work collaboratively with the other clinical team members including the Cardiac Physiologists, Nurses, and cardiologists within the department to ensure whanau experience efficient and effective care.The hours of work for this position are Monday to Friday 8am to 4.30pm with a study component attached. You will be supported to complete the Certificate in Physiological Measurement (CPM), a one-year course which entails an academic component as well as both practical work and case studies. Health NZ will cover the cost of the course; to gain this qualification, a trainee must complete the course and have one year of full-time employment.This is a fixed-term position for 18 months with the opportunity to become permanent pending successful completion of the Certificate in Physiological Measurement (CPM) program.Ideally, you will be a customer-focused person, with some relevant previous study already completed. Experience in the health system is desirable but not essential.You will bring to this role:A positive can-do attitude, a willingness and ability to learn, strong communication skills, and attention to detail.Competency with te ao Maori, tikanga, and te reo Maori or a commitment to starting your journey and taking ownership of your learning and growth.If you thrive in a busy team working environment, then we look forward to hearing from you.Beautiful coastlines and a family-friendly communityContinuous support for career developmentSubsidised gym membership and discounted health insuranceAccess to a range of retail discounts and Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)Access to a range of retail, childcare, and entertainment discountsHealth New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora is 'the weaving of wellness'. We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand. The Equity Work Programme at Health NZ focuses on helping everyone in the health system think about equity when they do their work. It also promotes the cultural change needed for the whole system to reach equity in health outcomes.Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Health New Zealand are committed to being good employers and honouring our equal employment opportunity obligations.Our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion:We want to see the real you in your application and welcome the real you on board if you come and work with us. Skills are gained across many areas of our life, not just in formal employment. If you can demonstrate the skills listed in the ad, but the experience was gained through whanau life, community or mahi aroha (volunteering) we encourage you to apply and share your story with us in your cover letter.We particularly welcome applications from our diverse Maori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.Utu whanui - Salary rangeThis role falls under the terms and conditions of the APEX Clinical Physiologist Collective Agreement (16 September 2024 - 31 May 2026), and falls between Step 1 ($69,975 p.a prorata) and Step 5 ($84,193 p.a prorata) of the Clinical Physiology Technicians pay scale.To apply for the role please click 'apply now' and attach your cover letter and current CV/Resume.All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before 11:59pm on Thursday, 19 December 2024.If you have any questions about the role, please contact Katie Procter at Please note, we will be reviewing applications when received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advert.Pre-employment checks:Occupational health assessmentPolice vetting/Ministry of Justice safety checksSerious misconduct checks (previous Public Service departments and statutory Crown entities only)Employer: Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Southern