Anaesthetic Technician or RNAA

Frontline; Auckland; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A private surgical hospital in Auckland is seeking an experienced Anaesthetic Technician or Registered Nurse Anaesthetic Assistant to deliver safe, high-quality anaesthetic care. The role involves assisting anaesthetists, documenting patient progress, and managing equipment in a state-of-the-art facility. This full-time position offers competitive pay and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Free on-site parking

Professional development support

Christmas/New Year closure

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' current experience in Anaesthetics.
• Registered Nurse or Anaesthetic Technician with current APC.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Anaesthetist in delivering anaesthetic care.
• Document intra-operative care and patient progress.
• Manage anaesthetic equipment to meet standards.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Anaesthetic Technician registration or Registered Nurse with current NZ APC

Job description

Overview

Step into a role where you'll be at the heart of surgical care in a state-of-the-art private hospital with four operating theatres. You will support elective procedures for adults and children across a wide range of specialties including ENT, orthopaedics, spinal, plastics, general surgery, paediatrics, breast, vascular, bariatrics and urology. As an Anaesthetic Technician or Registered Nurse Anaesthetic Assistant (RNAA), you'll be part of a skilled team delivering safe, high-quality care. This is a full-time opportunity with 10-hour shifts Monday to Friday (7:00am–7:30pm) and involvement in the on-call roster.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Anaesthetist in delivering safe, high-quality anaesthetic care
• Accurately document intra-operative care and patient progress
• Maintain and manage anaesthetic equipment to meet ANZCA standards
• Facilitate safe patient transfers and thorough handovers
• Support smooth day-to-day theatre operations alongside the wider clinical team

Benefits

• Competitive pay aligned with the NZNO collective agreement
• Free on-site parking
• Work in a state-of-the-art private surgical hospital
• Ongoing encouragement and support for professional development
• Christmas/New Year closure

Skills & Experience / Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' current experience in Anaesthetics
• Either:
• Anaesthetic Technician registered with the Medical Sciences Council of NZ, holding a current APC, or
• Registered Nurse (RN) with a current NZ APC, preferably with a postgraduate qualification in Anaesthetics

Strong teamwork, communication, and attention to detail in high-pressure theatre environments.

How to Apply

Ready to take the next step in your anaesthetic career? Apply now to join a skilled, supportive theatre team in a modern private surgical hospital and make a real impact on patients' lives.

Reference: 213250

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