Anaesthetic Technicians - Dunedin

Te Whatu Ora; Dunedin; On-site; NZD 81,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

KiwiSaver

Job summary

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora invites Anaesthetic Technicians to join the Dunedin Hospital theatre team. You will work alongside anaesthetists, doctors, nurses and theatre staff to support safe anaesthetic procedures and ensure high-quality operating room preparation.

You will gain exposure across multiple surgical specialties, develop your clinical skills, and contribute to patient care as part of a collaborative multidisciplinary team in a vibrant Otago setting.

Qualifications

• Registration with the Medical Sciences Council of New Zealand.
• Current Annual Practising Certificate.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Professional, adaptable and patient-focused approach.
• Ability to work effectively in a busy clinical environment.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Assist anaesthetists during procedures and provide skilled theatre support.
• Ensure safe preparation and operation of the theatre environment.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary theatre team across specialties.

Skills

NZ MCNZ registration

Annual Practising Certificate

Communication & teamwork

Professional/adaptable

Work in busy clinical environment

Professional development

Job description

Salary range $80,594 - $115,225 p.a. (pro rata) + KiwiSaver

Join an experienced and supportive theatre team

Develop your skills across a broad range of surgical specialties

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the role

We are looking for Anaesthetic Technicians to join our team at Dunedin Hospital.

Working alongside anaesthetists, doctors, nurses and other theatre professionals, you will provide skilled assistance during anaesthetic procedures and help ensure the safe preparation and operation of the theatre environment.

You will have the opportunity to work across a range of surgical specialties, develop your clinical experience and contribute to safe, high-quality patient care as part of a collaborative multidisciplinary team.

Click here to learn more about being an Anaesthetic Technician with Health New Zealand.

About the Team/Service/Location

You will join a supportive theatre team where collaboration, professional development and quality patient care are at the heart of what we do.

Dunedin offers an enviable lifestyle, combining a vibrant city with easy access to beaches, wildlife, walking and cycling tracks, and some of the South Island's most spectacular landscapes. It is a great place to grow your career while enjoying genuine work-life balance.

Click here to learn more about living and working in Otago.

About You

We are looking for motivated and conscientious Anaesthetic Technicians who works well as part of a multidisciplinary team and is committed to providing excellent patient care.

What you will bring:

• Registration with the Medical Sciences Council of New Zealand
• A current Annual Practising Certificate
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A professional, adaptable and patient-focused approach
• The ability to work effectively in a busy clinical environment
• A commitment to ongoing professional development

Salary range

This role is covered by the terms and conditions of the APEX or PSA Collective Employment Agreement (1 February 2026 to 31 January 2028) with a salary between $80,594 and $115,225 p.a. (pro rata) dependent on relevant experience.

Working for Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

Job details

Job Reference:

Job Reference: 1956424

Location:

South Island - Otago - Dunedin

Job type:

Job type: Permanent Full time

Expertise:

Clinical - Technical - Anaesthetic Technician / ODP