Radiology Clinical Coordinator

Location: Wellington Regional and Kenepuru Hospital

Contract: Fixed Term (18 months), Full Time

Health 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, whānau-centred care, and excellence. 

About the Role 

We are seeking a proactive and clinically experienced Medical Imaging Technologist (MIT), to join our team for an 18-month fixed term opportunity, in a newly created position, Radiology Clinical Coordinator. This role is designed to enhance the performance of Radiology services across Capital, Coast and the wider CCHV District, supporting national health targets and improving patient access to diagnostic imaging.

As the Radiology Clinical Coordinator, you will provide clinical oversight of referral triage, outsourcing, and Radiology service capacity management, ensuring timely and efficient access to imaging services. You’ll work closely with modality leads, radiologists, and external providers to streamline workflows, reduce delays, and support strategic decision-making.

You will also support data-informed service improvement, working alongside analysts to monitor imaging capacity, wait times, and outsourcing utilisation, and contribute to quality improvement initiatives across the service.

By taking on key coordination responsibilities, this role will relieve radiologists and administrative staff from operational tasks, allowing them to focus on clinical care and high-value functions.

This role is ideal for a senior MIT with strong clinical knowledge, time management, and problem-solving skills, looking to step into a leadership and coordination position.

About the Team/Service Location 

You’ll be part of a high-performing, multi-disciplinary Radiology team based at Wellington and Kenepuru Hospitals, with connections across the wider CCHV district. The Radiology service provides a full range of diagnostic and interventional imaging, including CT, MRI, Ultrasound, Mammography, and General Radiography.

The Capital Coast Radiology team is committed to continuous improvement, quality care, and collaborative working relationships. You’ll be supported by experienced clinicians, administrators, and analysts, and will play a key role in aligning Radiology operations with national health priorities such as:

• Faster Cancer Treatment (FCT)
• Shorter Emergency Department stays
• Timely First Specialist Assessments (FSAs)
• Elective treatment access

About you 

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• Registered MIT or equivalent clinical qualification in Radiology
• Strong clinical knowledge and experience in diagnostic imaging and intervention
• Proven ability in time management, problem-solving, and critical thinking
• Familiarity with radiology systems and IT infrastructure

Desirable

• Experience in radiology informatics or clinical coordination
• Project or change management experience

Capabilities

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team
• Strong judgement and decision-making abilities
• Innovative and proactive approach to service improvement

You’ll be comfortable working independently, using data to inform decisions, and leading quality improvement initiatives. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact on Radiology services and patient care across the region.

Working at Health New Zealand 

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is ‘the weaving of wellness’. We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand. 

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. We embrace diversity and welcome application from all people, including all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, and disability. A workforce that is diverse and inclusive means that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We are pro-equity health organisation, with a particular focus on Māori, Pacific Peoples, and the Disability Community. 

How to Apply 

To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal by 14 September. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Philip.Adamson@tewhatuora.govt.nz 

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advertisement.