We are seeking a health professional either RN or Allied Health Professional to train and work as a Heart Screening Technician for a rheumatic heart disease echocardiography screening study. This role supports early detection in school-based programmes.

The role

• Perform heart screening echo scans (training provided)
• Work with children in school settings
• Follow study and screening protocols
• Travel within New Zealand as required

Locations & duration

• Auckland: approx. 6 months starting mid-late January
• Bay of Plenty & Lakes: approx. 6 months from around July onwards (Travel and accommodation would be covered)
• Potential extension beyond 12 months

Hours

• Scanning delivered in 1–3 week blocks
• Not full-time every week
• Hours flexible and negotiable

About you

• Health background (e.g. nurse or allied health professional)
• Experience with rheumatic fever and/or rheumatic heart disease preferred
• Experience working with children
• Exposure to ultrasound scanning or working with sonographers an advantage
• Willingness to travel within NZ

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a meaningful population health study. Apply now to be part of an important child health initiative.