Anaesthetic Technician

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Tairāwhiti; Gisborne; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The New Zealand Government is seeking a qualified Anaesthetic Technician for Gisborne Hospital. You will support acute and elective theatre lists, assist in ICU and radiology, and help develop trainee technicians in a collaborative environment.

The ideal candidate will have NZ practising certification, be registered with the NZ Medical Sciences Council, and possess recent experience in the NZ Health Sector. Health New Zealand encourages applications from diverse communities.

Qualifications

• Qualified Anaesthetic Technician with NZ practising certification.
• Must be registered with the NZ Medical Sciences Council.
• Recent experience in the NZ Health Sector is desired.

Responsibilities

• Support acute and elective theatre lists.
• Respond to ED trauma calls.
• Provide essential support in ICU and Radiology.

Skills

Qualified Anaesthetic Technician

Experience in ICU

Understanding of NZ Health Sector

Team collaboration

Education

NZ Practising Certification

Registered with NZ Medical Sciences Council

Registered with NZSATS

Job description

About the Role

Gisborne Hospital, part of Health New Zealand (Te Whatu Ora), operates three main theatres, a procedure room, PACU and a day of surgery unit. As a member of the small, dedicated Anaesthetic Technician team you will support acute and elective theatre lists, respond to ED trauma calls, assist in ICU and radiology, and help develop trainee technicians in a dynamic rural environment.

Responsibilities

• Support acute and elective theatre lists
• Respond to ED trauma calls
• Provide essential support in ICU and Radiology
• Contribute to the development of Anaesthetic Technician trainees

Requirements

• Qualified Anaesthetic Technician with NZ practising certification
• Registered with the NZ Medical Sciences Council
• Registered with NZSATS (desired)
• Recent experience within the NZ Health Sector (desired)
• New Zealand resident or eligible to work in New Zealand

About You

Dedicated, professional and ready to work across departments in a collaborative hospital setting, with a desire for professional variety.

Inclusion Statement

Health New Zealand welcomes applications from Māori, Pacific, disabled and rainbow communities.