Paediatric Radiation Therapy Specialist

• Multi-Role with Staff Radiation Therapist, based at Christchurch Health Campus
• Do you have advanced clinical skills in radiation therapy and a commitment to age-appropriate, patient-centred care?
• Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of tamariki and their whānau?

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the Role

In this specialist role, you’ll be the key link between patients, whānau, and the wider multidisciplinary team—championing best practice, innovation, and continuous improvement in paediatric radiation oncology. You’ll coordinate and guide care across the radiotherapy pathway, support staff education, contribute to service development, and advocate for equitable, compassionate, and culturally responsive care.

This is a multi-role shared with the responsibilities of a Staff Radiation Therapist duties. In this role you will be responsible for:

• Coordinate and maintain the delivery of high-quality care, ensuring cohesive collaboration with wider MDT
• Support and prepare treatment buddies to facilitate smooth integration of paediatric centred care
• Participate in audits/evaluation activities to measure the effectiveness of processes and systems
• Provide clinical education and support to patients, whānau, students, staff, and other health professionals, fostering learning and best practice

About the Service

At the Canterbury Regional Cancer and Haematology Service, we are committed to delivering innovative, compassionate, and developmentally appropriate care for our Paediatric patients. Based in Christchurch, you’ll be surrounded by a team passionate about equity, inclusion, and delivering care that truly makes a difference in the lives of our patients and their whānau.

What we offer:

• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact working with the wider MDT across the hospital
• A supportive, collaborative, and innovative team environment
• Ongoing professional development and opportunities for leadership
• Access to supervision and support tailored to the complexities of paediatric care

About you

We welcome applications from Radiation Therapists with:

• 5+ years of clinical experience, with proven experience working with paediatric pathways and multidisciplinary teams
• Advanced communication and clinical skills in paediatric care
• A passion for service development, quality improvement, and education
• Active engagement with Paediatric CPD programmes (local, national, or international)
• Competency with te ao Māori, tikanga, and te reo Māori or a commitment to starting your journey and taking ownership of your learning and growth

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. 

How to Apply

To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal by 2nd December. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Alex Jay at Alexandra.jay@tewhatuora.govt.nz