Cardiac Physiologist – Trainee

Southland Hospital

Salary Band – $53,000 - $58,000 p.a. pro-rata + Kiwisaver + car park

• On the job training + study = career opportunity
• Fully funded training programme
• Fixed term 3-year training opportunity to October 2026

Mō te tūranga | About the role

We have an outstanding opportunity for a Trainee Cardiac Physiologist available, within our Diagnostic Testing Department in Southland Hospital.

The department carries out a full range of tests including, ECG’s, Holter monitoring, Exercise Stress Testing, Pacemaker & ICD follow-up and Echocardiography. Our department also works closely with the wider team based in Dunedin Hospital.

Our ideal candidates will have excellent attention to detail and great communication skills with team members and patients alike. The ability to cope with busy workloads and flexibility is a must. To be considered for the programme you will be a recent graduate with a science degree and a willingness to undertake further study.

The three-year study programme will enable you to qualify as a Cardiac Physiologist and register with the Cardiac Physiologist Registration Board of New Zealand. As part of your formal study, you will complete the Certification of Cardiac Physiologists (CCP) practical training program , as well as completing the Post Grad Diploma in Medical Technology qualification. On the job training is provided by fully trained staff and incorporates competency, experience, and task-based components. You will also be required to undertake some block course work in Dunedin Hospital (Catheter Lab) so the ability to travel is required.

Mōu ake | About you

Our ideal candidates will have:-

• excellent attention to detail
• great communication skills
• a desire to learn and develop new skills

To be considered for the programme you will be a recent graduate with a science degree and a willingness to undertake further study.

You will need to gain registration (or meet registration requirements) with the Clinical Physiologists Registration Board and have the ability to gain an APC.

Painga | Benefits

• Continuous support for career development
• Subsidised gym membership and discounted health insurance
• Free on-site parking
• Short work commutes – only 10-15 minutes’ drive to work from anywhere in the city
• Access to discounted staff holiday accommodation in Te Anau and Central Otago
• Access to a range of retail and entertainment discounts
• Discounted rates available with local Childcare provider
• Affordable housing and beautiful scenery

Mō mātou | About us

Sick of long commutes to work? - Southland Hospital is located within a 10 - 15 minute drive from anywhere in Invercargill and offers free car parking on site for staff. Our hospital is a modern, secondary level 4 base hospital offering an innovative and progressive working environment. Small and intimate enough to get to know not only your colleagues, but your patients in particular. Here you will enjoy a clinically challenging and rewarding job combined with a relaxed and satisfying lifestyle.

Now is a great time to re-locate to Southland if you were considering the move. Southland offers the benefits of excellent amenities, first class primary through to tertiary education, affordable housing, and outstanding recreational opportunities. Whether it’s the outdoors - kayaking or sailing; skiing, hunting, or fishing; or theatre, live-music or art or shopping and dining out – there’s literally something for everyone. Check out Discover Invercargill for what we can offer you and your whanau.

Utu whānui |Salary range

This role belongs to the APEX/DHB Clinical Physiology National Collective Agreement (Salary Scale Step 1 $55,225 pro-rata – Step 8 $80,292 pro-rata). Appointment Scale is between Step 1 ($53,335 p.a. pro-rata) and Step 2 ($58,002 p.a. pro-rata) until qualified.

Rā mōnehu |Closing Date: 30 September 2023.

Due to the fast-paced nature of what we do, our vacancy close dates may be subject to change. Don’t delay, make sure you apply as soon as possible.

Tono ināianei | Apply now

We only accept online applications. Please apply via our website: https://careers.southernhealth.nz/

For further information please contact Diane Wilson, Recruitment Advisor, diane.wilson@southerndhb.govt.nz

If you currently work for Te Whatu Ora- Health New Zealand - Southern , please apply for this role via our internal careers site, found here: Pulse > Applications > Corporate > SuccessFactors

Pre-Employment checks

In the interests of protecting our people and our patients, all appointments will be subject to:

• Occupational Health Assessment
• Police Vetting / Ministry of Justice safety checks
• Serious misconduct checks (previous Public Service departments and statutory Crown entities only)
• Covid-19 Vaccination is expected for all Workers at higher risk of workplace exposure to COVID-19 through face-to-face patient interaction, working in clinical areas and contact with potentially infectious materials and surfaces.