Section Head Clinical Physiologist

About the Company Welcome to Te Whatu Ora Taranaki, where we are dedicated to improving, promoting, protecting, and caring for the health and wellbeing of the people in Taranaki. Our mission focuses on providing the best care for our community while understanding and supporting the diverse needs of our population in a constantly changing environment. Taranaki is renowned for its stunning natural landscapes, including Mt Taranaki, and offers a variety of adventure activities. Our coastline features over 12 world-class surf breaks, and residents can enjoy skiing and surfing on the same day. For those seeking a more leisurely experience, Taranaki provides beautiful walking trails, art trails, festivals, award-winning museums and galleries, and a vibrant café culture. About the Role We are currently seeking a full-time Clinical Cardiac Physiologist Team Lead to join our Cardiology and Respiratory Department at Taranaki Base and Hawera Hospital. In this leadership role, you will be responsible for developing services and managing the workforce. This includes providing education, supervision, and mentorship to trainees, new graduates, and existing staff to enhance their skills in new techniques and pacing. Collaboration with the Clinical Nurse Manager will be essential to develop a quality assurance framework, oversee equipment maintenance, and assist with the technical aspects of the role. You will also work with the Cardiac Sonography Professional Lead in workforce development. It is important to note that up to 0.2 FTE will be allocated to non-clinical tasks. The department offers a range of services, including: - Pacemaker follow-up (ICD/CRT/Brady) - ILR implantation and follow-up - Diagnostic Coronary Angiography - Ambulatory Cardiac Monitoring - Exercise Treadmill Testing - Lung Function Testing (assistance may be required, though this is not a core responsibility) Requirements To be successful in this position, candidates must meet the following criteria: - Membership with the Society of Cardiopulmonary Technology NZ (SCT) is required. - Ideally, you should be in the process of attaining an Annual Practicing Certificate (APC) with the Clinical Physiologists Registration Board (CPRB). - Accreditation with IBHRE/HR UK is preferred. - Proven management and leadership skills and experience are essential. We are looking for someone with a positive outlook, well-developed oral communication skills, and a passion for working with people. If you resonate with our vision and values and are committed to ensuring our patients feel supported throughout their care journey, we encourage you to apply. Benefits When you join our team, you can expect a comprehensive orientation and induction process, access to clinical training and education, and the opportunity to work in modern facilities, including our new Project Maunga facilities currently under construction. Additionally, you will have the chance to participate in local projects and regional collaboration teams, along with opportunities for professional development. How to Apply If you are interested in this role or have any questions, please contact us confidentially at recruitment@tdhb.org.nz, indicating the job title in the subject line. To make an application, please click "Apply Online" on this page. We are looking to fill this position as soon as possible and may close the advertisement early if we find the ideal candidate. We encourage you to apply promptly if you believe you are a good fit for our team. For further inquiries, feel free to contact Rebekah Smith at Rebekah.smith@tdhb.org.nz. Applications will remain open until we find a suitable applicant. If we identify a suitable candidate before the closing date, we will close the application process early. Thank you for considering joining us at Te Whatu Ora Taranaki.