Critical Care Equipment Technician

JobSpace; Nelson; On-site; NZD 36,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora in Nelson is seeking a Critical Care Technician to join Nelson Hospital's ICCU on a permanent part-time basis. The role focuses on efficient supply, procurement and maintenance of equipment, stock control, and liaising with key stakeholders.

You will work 48 hours per fortnight (0.6 FTE), Monday to Friday 7.00 AM–5.30 PM, with no on-call. The ICCU team offers a supportive environment and opportunities to learn in a busy healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• Eligible to work in New Zealand or hold NZ work visa.
• Experience as a Technician, preferably in healthcare.
• NZQA Level 3 in Health and Wellbeing is acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Organise efficient supply, procurement and maintenance of equipment.
• Ensure stock control management systems and processes are in place.
• Order equipment supplies and liaise with key stakeholders.

Skills

Team player

Adaptable

Willing to receive feedback

Driver's license

Education

NZQA Level 3 in Health and Wellbeing

Job description

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Critical Care Technician, Nelson Hospital, Permanent Part-time

The critical care areas of Nelson Hospital utilise a significant amount of equipment and technologies and this role will be a huge asset to the team for the right person to make their own.

Flexible working hours and a dynamic environment, no two days are ever the same.

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

As a Critical Care Technician, you will organise efficient supply, procurement and maintenance of equipment, ensure appropriate stock control management systems and processes are in place, order equipment supplies and liaise with key stakeholders.

This is a permanent, part-time role working 48 hours per fortnight (0.6 FTE), Monday to Friday 7.00AM to 5.30PM. There is no on-call.

About the Team/Service/Location

The Nelson ICCU is a close and supportive team that works well together to provide the best outcomes for the patients and whānau that we care for. We have a nine bed unit that caters to ICU, Coronary Care and High Dependency patients. The successful candidate will also support the Emergency Department and the Cardiac Cath Lab. Each day brings something new with opportunities to learn and grow. Our teams have regular social gatherings that make the most of living in this beautiful area of New Zealand.

About You

As a Critical Care Technician, you will:

• Be a strong team player, supportive of colleagues and open to new ideas,
• Co-operate and liaise with others in a multi-disciplinary setting,
• Have an awareness of own skills and limitations, knows where and when to seek assistance, and willing to contribute to team meetings,
• Be able to accept instructions and feedback,
• Accept and carry responsibility, use initiative and be self-motivated,
• Be adaptable and flexible - open to change (positive or negative),
• Have experience as a Technician, preferably within Healthcare, OR have New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (NZQA Level 3),
• Have a drivers license.

The successful candidate must be eligible to work in New Zealand or hold a valid NZ work visa at the time of applying.

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 diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.