Radiation Therapist

• Radiation Therapist
• Palmerston North Hospital
• Permanent – Full time

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 seeking enthusiastic and motivated Radiation Therapists to join our welcoming team in Palmerston North, New Zealand. We currently have full‑time permanent positions available but are flexible and happy to discuss working arrangements to suit your circumstances.

The Regional Cancer Treatment Service (RCTS) is the non‑surgical cancer treatment provider for the central North Island, serving a population of approximately 580,000 across MidCentral, Hawke's Bay, Taranaki, Whanganui and Wairarapa.

The RCTS has recently expanded to a multi campus treatment service with the successful opening of our Taranaki outreach site, providing treatment closer to home for patients, and we are actively planning for Hawke's Bay as the next stage of our regional expansion.

Joining RCTS now means becoming part of a service that is growing, evolving, and shaping the future of regional cancer care in New Zealand — with opportunities to be involved in service development, outreach work, and innovation over time as well as options to travel across the region

About the Team

RCTS is home to New Zealand's newest linear accelerator fleet (Varian TrueBeam), supported by a state‑of‑the‑art planning system (RayStation). We are proud of our strong culture of patient‑centred care, teamwork, and delivery of high‑quality radiation therapy for a diverse regional population.

You'll work alongside a supportive multidisciplinary team, including radiation therapists who have trained and worked both in New Zealand and internationally, making this a great environment for overseas clinicians transitioning into the NZ health system

About you

Applicants will need to:

• Be registered as a Radiation Therapist with the Medical Radiation Technologist Board of New Zealand (or be eligible to obtain registration)
• Hold, or be able to obtain, a current Annual Practising Certificate
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills and cultural competence
• Be proactive in their own professional development and support others
• Participate in service improvement and promote evidence‑based practice

Be flexible and willing to work across multiple locations when required

About the Location

Manawatū 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 Manawatū and Palmerston North have to offer here: Manawatū & 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 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. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Tara Penketh, Recruitment Advisor (Allied Health) at Tara.Penketh@tewhatuora.govt.nz>

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

We are looking to fill this position as soon as possible so may withdraw the advert if the perfect candidate is found before the expiry date.  We strive to be a place where people love to work and learn. We aim to develop a diverse team that reflects the communities that we serve, and we welcome people of all ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, religious and political beliefs, socio-economic situations and accessibility needs. MidCentral actively seeks Māori into our workforce to reflect the community we serve. Some positions are defined as a Core Children's worker under the Children's Act and require full safety checks completed before employment commences.