Medical Imaging Technology

Salary:

• Medical Imaging Technologists' have a 10-step progression salary scale 

  • Salaries range between NZ $77K - NZ $116K

• Designated Medical Imaging Technologists (e.g. Team Leaders, Professional Advisors etc.) have a 19-step progression salary scale

  • Salaries range between NZ $111K - NZ $151K 

• Overtime and penal rates

Allowances:

• Higher duties and night allowances

Leave:

• 4 weeks of paid annual leave (increases to 5 weeks after 5 years of service)

  • shift employees are entitled to up to an additional 5 days’ annual leave on completion of 12 months of employment on shift work

• A minimum of 10 days of paid sick leave per annum

• 6-12 months of parental leave, depending on the length of service

  • up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave

• 12 paid public holidays + time in lieu/alternative holiday if rostered on

• Long service leave

Medical Imaging Technologists' Collective Agreement:

In New Zealand, the salary and other benefits of some roles are determined by collective agreements between unions and employers. The full Medical Imaging Technologists collective agreement can be found on the Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora website here.

Benefits: 

• Reimbursement of your Professional Registration costs and fees.

• Health NZ covers your professional indemnity insurance.

• 3 days per annum for your Continuing Professional Development, and some course costs reimbursed.

• If eligible, a minimum of a 3% superannuation contribution from Health New Zealand as your employer. Find out more here.

Career development opportunities may include:

• We provide a promising career outlook with job growth and opportunities for advancement. We allow MITs to specialise in advanced imaging modalities, take on supervisory roles, or transition into healthcare administration or education.

• Opportunity to learn and grow and work in a national eco-system that provides a case mix ranging from Paediatric, Breast Care, Cancer Care, and Gastrointestinal.

• Access to many internal educational courses and regular in-house Continuing Professional Development sessions.

• Coaching, mentoring and achieving learning outcomes for all staff.

Our team of MITs handle a diverse and complex case mix that includes routine diagnostic imaging, emergency imaging, specialised procedures, and interventional techniques.

Your expertise is crucial in accurately diagnosing and guiding the treatment of various medical conditions while ensuring high-quality patient care across different healthcare environments.

Our work environments across healthcare settings include hospitals, outpatient imaging centres, physician offices, and diagnostic laboratories. Work hours may include shifts, weekends, and on-call hours, especially in emergency and trauma care settings.

Primary responsibilities may include:

Operating imaging equipment:

• X-rays

• MRI

• CT (Computed Tomography) Scans

• Ultrasound

• Nuclear Medicine

Patient preparation:

• Explain procedures to patients to alleviate anxiety and ensure understanding.

• Position patients correctly to obtain the best quality images.

• Ensure patient safety by using protective equipment and following safety protocols.

Image analysis:

• Review and assess images for quality and clarity.

• Collaborate with radiologists to determine if additional images are needed.

• Maintain detailed records of imaging procedures and patient data.

Safety and compliance:

• Adhere to radiation safety guidelines to protect patients and staff.

• Maintain and calibrate imaging equipment regularly.

• Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.

Treaty of Waitangi (Te Tiriti o Waitangi):

• An understanding and implementation of the principles for better health outcomes

Details of specific roles and responsibilities can be found on our careers site within each open vacancy.

Professional registration requirements:

• Medical Imaging and Radiation Technologists need to be registered with the New Zealand Medical Radiation Technologists Board.

• Hold a current Annual Practising Certificate.

Experience:

• Solid experience in general imaging, preferably in a larger centre, but this is not essential.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree: Some positions may require a Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Imaging, Applied Science (Medical Imaging Technology), Health Science (Medical Imaging), Radiologic Sciences or an equivalent overseas qualification (see the NZ Medical Radiation Technologists Board for details).

Information for Canadian candidates:

• In Canada, Medical Radiation Technologists are certified and registered with the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT).

Information for UK/Ireland candidates:

• In the UK, Medical Radiation Technologists (MRTs), commonly known as Radiographers, are certified and registered through a structured process involving education, clinical training, and professional regulation. 

• Diagnostic Radiographer will have an Undergraduate Degree (complete a three-year Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree in Diagnostic Radiography from an accredited university) and be accredited Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and the Society and College of Radiographers (SCoR).

Information for Australian candidates:

• In Australia, Medical Radiation Technologists (MRTs) must be certified and registered to practice professionally.  

• Degree programmes may include a Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science (Medical Imaging), a Bachelor of Applied Science (Medical Radiation Science), a Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science (Radiation Therapy), or a Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science (Nuclear Medicine).

• For Accredited Programmes, the degree programme must be accredited by the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) or another relevant accrediting body, ensuring the programme meets the required educational standards.

Information for all other international candidates:

Your certification/registration and training will be assessed against the requirements of the MRTB. You can find the best pathway to registration for you on their website here.

Similar position titles used internationally might include:

• Radiographer

• Radiographer Technician

• Radiological Technologists (RTR)

• Medical Imaging Technician

• Medical Radiation Technologist

• Imaging Technician/Technologist

• Diagnostic Radiographer

• Radiation Therapist (RTT)

• Magnetic Resonance Technologists (RTMR)

• Nuclear Medicine Technologists (RTNM)

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Beginning your career as a Medical Imaging Technologist:

To become a Medical Imaging Technologist you need to have one of the following degrees:

• Bachelor of Medical Imaging

• Bachelor of Applied Science (Medical Imaging Technology)

• Bachelor of Health Science (Medical Imaging)

You also need to be registered with the New Zealand Medical Radiation Technologists Board and hold an Annual Practising Certificate.