Radiology Quality Coordinator

Location: Wellington Regional and Kenepuru Hospital

Contract: Fixed term 18 months and 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 

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is committed to delivering equitable, high-quality healthcare across Aotearoa. We are seeking a proactive and experienced Medical Imaging Technologist (MIT) to join our Radiology team as Quality Coordinator for an 18-month fixed term opportunity.

This pivotal role supports the delivery of safe, effective, and patient and whanau-centered Radiology services across the Capital, Coast. You will lead quality assurance activities, coordinate internal and external audits (including IANZ and ORS compliance), and support continuous improvement initiatives. Working closely with the Radiology Operations Manager, modality leads, and clinical teams, you will help ensure documentation standards, risk management, and service performance align with national health priorities and regulatory requirements.

You’ll also play a key role in supporting complaint resolution, reportable event reviews, and the development of a robust Radiology Quality Management System. This role is ideal for someone with strong clinical knowledge, auditing experience, and a passion for improving healthcare delivery through data-informed decision-making and collaborative leadership.

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
• Experience in diagnostic imaging and quality systems
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organisational skills
• Familiarity with radiology IT systems and audit processes

Desirable

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
  

Join a high-performing, multidisciplinary team committed to excellence, equity, and innovation in Radiology care.

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 9 November. 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.