Senior Medical Physicist
Post date : 22 August 2025
Category : Job Advertisement
Job Description
- National opportunities across New Zealand
- Lead advanced radiation physics in clinical services across the country
- Senior Medical Physicist roles available in multiple regions, permanent and fixed-term
- Relocation support and straight-to-residence visa guidance for eligible international applicants
Apply your expertise in ionising radiation, quality assurance, and radiation safety within a health system that values innovation, equity, and wellbeing - while enjoying life NZ-style.
Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora are seeking Senior Medical Physicist to join our Specialist Physics teams nationally. Whether you're seeking a role in a large tertiary centre with research opportunities or in dynamic regional services shaping local patient pathways - we have positions that fit your career goals.
About the role
As a Senior Medical Physicist, you'll ensure the safe and effective use of ionising radiation across clinical services, including diagnostic radiology, radiation therapy, and nuclear medicine.
Your responsibilities will include:
- overseeing and performing complex quality assurance and equipment calibration
- ensuring regulatory compliance and radiation safety policies
- collaborating closely with clinical teams, Radiologists, Radiation Oncologists, and Technologists
- leading service improvement projects, audits, and hazard investigations
- mentoring and supervising junior physicists and other staff.
Roles are available across both large academic hospitals and trusted regional services, enabling you to lead at the forefront of technology, safety, and patient care.
Who we're looking for
You'll need to be eligible for Registration as a Clinical Respiratory or Medical Physicist with the Medical Sciences Council of New Zealand (or working toward it) with significant clinical physics experience, especially in radiation therapy or diagnostic imaging.
You'll also bring:
- demonstrated excellence in quality assurance, dosimetry, or compliance
- strong collaborative skills and clear communication with clinical teams
- leadership in radiation safety and proactive risk management
- a commitment to equity, cultural safety, and high-quality patient care.
International applicants are warmly encouraged to apply - our recruitment team supports MCNZ registration and relocation processes.
Pay and benefits includes the following:
- Salary set according to SMO-aligned Physics pay scales and experience
- Relocation packages and assistance with straight-to-residence visas for eligible candidates
- Six weeks annual leave, CME funding, and professional development support
- Superannuation contributions and progression pathways available
Why New Zealand?
Whether it's pristine coastlines, majestic mountain ranges, vibrant communities, or that relaxed pace of life, New Zealand offers a lifestyle that's as fulfilling as it is beautiful. It's a place where your expertise is valued, your wellbeing prioritised, and your career can flourish.
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. We champion diversity and inclusiveness, welcoming applicants across all gender identities, ethnicities, ages, abilities, and backgrounds.
How to apply
To apply please click "apply now". All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal. Want to have a confidential conversation or explore more details? Reach our International Recruitment team at internationalrecruitmentcentre@tewhatuora.govt.nz
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.
Flexible start dates are available to accommodate relocation timelines.
We only accept online applications. Please apply via our website.
Job Requirement
You'll need to be eligible for Registration as a Clinical Respiratory or Medical Physicist with the Medical Sciences Council of New Zealand (or working toward it) with significant clinical physics experience, especially in radiation therapy or diagnostic imaging.
Company Details
** For those interested and qualified candidates, please contact the contact person directly.
Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora
PO Box 793. Wellington 6140. New Zealand
Contact Person : International Recruitment team
Contact Number : 0800102147
Contact Email : internationalrecruitmentcentre@tewhatuora.govt.nz
Company Website : https://jobs.tewhatuora.govt.nz/jobtools/jncustomsearch.viewFullSingle?in_organid=19739in_jnCounter=226331576
