Anaesthetic Technician (Casual)

New Zealand Government; Lower Hutt; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 69,000; Part time

Job summary

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is inviting applications for a Casual Anaesthetic Technician at Hutt Hospital. Join an eight theatre suite providing anaesthesia support across plastic and reconstructive surgery and other services.

This role offers exposure to obstetrics, ENT, orthopaedics and acute care within a welcoming perioperative team. We value collaboration, professional development, and high standards of patient care.

Qualifications

• Qualification as an Anaesthetic Technician per NZ standards.
• Certification to practise in NZ required.
• Graduates welcomed; ongoing professional development supported.

Responsibilities

• Support anaesthetic delivery within eight theatre operating suite.
• Provide patient care during perioperative period.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to ensure safe procedures.

Skills

Team player

Patient care

Positive attitude

Education

New Zealand Advanced Certificate in Anaesthetic Technology

Certificate of Proficiency or Diploma in Applied Science for Anaesthetic Technicians (NZ)

Graduate Certificate in Applied Science for Anaesthetic Technicians (NZ)

Current Annual Practising Certificate

Job description

Location: Hutt Hospital

Contract: Casual

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we're building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence.

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity for a Casual Anaesthetic Technician looking to develop or expand their anaesthetic skills alongside a warm and friendly team. We have an eight theatre Operating Suite that boasts large operating rooms including windows overlooking the valley and several remote operating areas requiring anaesthesia support. We are a dynamic and innovative provider of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery involving multi-disciplinary teams; along with services for obstetrics and gynaecological, ENT, general, orthopaedics, dental, maxillofacial, and acute services. Hutt Hospital is the centre for five tertiary / regional and sub-regional services - Plastic, Maxillofacial and Burns Services; Rheumatology; School Dental Services; Regional Public Health; and Regional (Breast and Cervical) Screening Services.

About the Team/Service Location

The Anaesthetic Technician Team at Hutt Hospital has gained a reputation for being welcoming and supportive. We support the AUT Perioperative Practice Degree and frequently welcome new students during clinical placements. New Grads mix with experienced colleagues respectfully and inclusive. The friendly work environment across the disciplines is part of our culture.

About you

This position is open to skilled Anaesthetic Technicians. You will be a team player within a friendly multi-disciplinary Perioperative Department. You will demonstrate a positive and professional attitude ensuring delivery of first class patient care. We live and work in this community. I encourage you join us and to be part of it.

Experience and professional requirements

• New Zealand Advanced Certificate in Anaesthetic Technology and Certificate of Proficiency or Diploma in Applied Science for Anaesthetic Technicians (NZ)
• Graduate Certificate in Applied Science for Anaesthetic Technicians (NZ) or Recognised equivalent as approved by the Medical Science Council New Zealand.
• Current Annual Practising Certificate
• 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.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do.

Health New Zealand are committed to being good employers and honouring our equal employment opportunity obligations.

We embrace diversity and welcome application from all people, including all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, and disability.

A workforce that is diverse and inclusive means that we are better positioned to understand and service our community.

We are pro-equity health organisation, with a particular focus on Māori, Pacific Peoples, and the Disability Community.