Sonographer

About Pacific Radiology

Pacific Radiology is the largest private imaging in New Zealand, where we have excellent experienced Radiologists, you can work with and the best equipment available.  On top of that if you want to develop your career further, we encourage additional study, training and taking on additional duties to progress to Senior or Charge Sonographer roles.
  
Pacific Radiology is a private company that is proudly New Zealand owned and operated. We are focused on providing our patients with world class imaging, reporting and contract services within our communities in New Zealand.
  
About the role

We are seeking an experienced Sonographer to join our Canterbury team on a 12-month fixed term Parental Leave cover to perform high quality scans for your patients and referrers.

You will bring clinical expertise and leadership to the service, offering a welcoming, and empathetic imaging service to our Canterbury patients, referrers and funders.  This role will be conducting high-quality ultrasound exams, ensuring diagnostic imaging meets protocols and record data correct in our systems.
  
About you
  
The successful candidate will ideally possess the following skills and experience:

·       Be a qualified Sonographer - registered with the New Zealand Medical Radiation Technologists Board and hold a current practicing certificate.
·       Be driven and able to work both within a multi-disciplinary team and independently.
·       Have a proven ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of people including our patients and their family/whanau as well as other health care professionals and providers.
·       Have the ability to build and maintain effective working relationships.
·       Have a proven ability to demonstrate calmness under pressure.
·       Be a highly motivated, flexible team player.
·       Understanding of the importance of maintaining patient privacy and confidentiality.

Our Values:
  
PATIENTS are our why.  We actively listed to patients, respect their choices and involve them in decision making about their imaging and care.
  
Our TEAM is our Greatest strength.
  
MANAAKI is at our core. We treat everyone with genuine warmth, respect, empathy and compassion, recognising their self-worth and dignity.
  
EXCELLENCE is our ambition.

  
Your workday will include:

·       Conducting ultrasound patient examinations while providing a high level of care and diligence to the patient
·       Collaborate closely with radiologists and referring physicians to provide accurate interpretations of images.
·       Maintain and operate ultrasound equipment, ensuring its proper functionality and adhering to safety protocols.
·       Formatting, issuing and being accountable for clinical reports
·       Comfort and educate patients throughout the imaging process, addressing any concerns or questions they may have.
·       Participate in continuous quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care and departmental efficiency.
  
We offer the following benefits: 

·       Competitive salary
·       Excellent work / life balance
·       Professional development is a priority, with funding and support for your ongoing growth as well as the opportunity to work with exceptional practitioners
·       Generous leave entitlements including 5 weeks annual leave and 5 days domestic leave
  
Appointment to this position will be conditional on a satisfactory Police vetting and risk assessment as per the Children's Act 2014.

So, if you are interested in being considered for this role, please submit your CV and accompanying covering letter today.