Programme Overview

Overview

Medical Imaging Technologists are among New Zealand’s most highly-respected and sought-after professionals.

For anyone with a passion for technology, combined with teamwork, variety and plenty of contact with people, Medical Imaging Technology offers a versatile, interesting and rewarding career.

Within a framework of promoting and reinforcing patient care as its focus, UCOL’s Medical Imaging Technology programme will equip you with the specialised and highly-valued skills needed to make an effective contribution as part of a clinical team.

At UCOL, our practical hands-on approach, combining laboratory and classroom teaching with clinical learning, will ensure you get every opportunity not only to learn, but to apply the necessary skills, knowledge and techniques to grow in experience.

Career Opportunities

General radiography, Mobile and theatre radiography, Computed tomography, Digital angiography, mammography (breast screening), Forensic radiography, Magnetic resonance imaging, Ultrasound nuclear medicine, Veterinary radiography, Clinical teaching research, Marketing and sales application specialist.

Orientation Week at Clinical Centre

• For your three-day hospital orientation at your allocated clinical centre please wear the following:
• Enclosed-toe, comfortable shoes (you’ll be on your feet all day)
• Dark trousers/skirt (preferably Navy Blue or Black)
• White dress shirt (short or long sleeved)

All clothing and footwear must be clean and tidy at all times. Long hair must be tied up, and sleepers or studs may only be worn in the ears.

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