Student Cardiac Sonographer

Location: Wellington Regional Hospital and Hutt Hospital

Contract: Fixed term (1 December 2025 – 12 January 2028), 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 motivated and compassionate individual to join our Cardiology team as a Student/Trainee Cardiac Sonographer. This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about cardiac care to train in the specialist field of echocardiography — using ultrasound technology to assess and diagnose heart conditions.

As a trainee, you will undergo a structured training programme that combines clinical experience, academic study, and supervised practice, with the goal of becoming a fully competent Cardiac Sonographer. You will work alongside a supportive team of experienced cardiac Sonographers, consultants, and fellow trainees, learning to perform a range of echocardiographic procedures in a clinical setting.

About the Team/Service Location 

  • The cardiac sonography team at Wellington and Hutt Hospital is a collaborative, multidisciplinary group of sonographers, cardiologists, physiologists, and nurses providing comprehensive inpatient and outpatient echocardiography services. Based primarily at Wellington Regional Hospital with outreach to nearby clinics, the service uses advanced imaging technology to deliver high-quality, patient-centred cardiac care.

    • About you 

  • Relevant academic background – Have completed an undergraduate qualification in medical imaging, or an approved undergraduate degree from a biomedical science-related field such as anatomy, physiology, or medical or allied health profession and be eligible to complete PGDip Cardiac Ultrasound (UoA) 
  • Clinical or patient-facing experience – Previous experience working in a healthcare setting, demonstrating a commitment to patient care, safety, and high clinical standards.
  • Strong understanding of anatomy and physiology – Particularly of the cardiovascular system, with the ability to apply this knowledge into a diagnostic imaging environment.
  • Technical aptitude and attention to detail – Ability to learn and apply echocardiographic imaging techniques, analyse findings, and maintain accurate records.
  • Excellent communication and professionalism – Strong interpersonal skills, teamwork, and a compassionate approach to patient interaction within a multidisciplinary team.


    • 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 29 October. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Philip.Adamson@tewhatora.govt.nz 

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

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    Fixed Term/Full Time

    Job no: AH197-25

    Location: Hutt Valley, Wellington Hospital

    Closing Date: Wednesday, 29 October 2025

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