Qualified Anaesthetic Technician / ODP / RNAA's

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Waitaha Canterbury; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

MSCNZ/APC registration reimbursement

Job summary

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Waitaha Canterbury is seeking an experienced Anaesthetic Technician/ODP/RNAA to join a large, multidisciplinary team across Christchurch Campus and affiliated sites. You will work with Registered Anaesthetic Technicians, ODPs, RNAA staff and locum teammates in a busy, diverse perioperative environment.

The role offers development opportunities, a focus on teaching and mentoring, and exposure to obstetrics, trauma, ECT and paediatrics within a premier regional

Qualifications

• NZ-recognised qualification or international equivalent.
• Registration with the Medical Sciences Council/Nursing Council or eligibility to obtain.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Interest/Experience in Cardiothoracic Surgery with the desire to grow this skillset.
• Motivated to embrace challenges and change.
• 3+ years of clinical experience is desirable, however not essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional, technical and clinical assistance to Anaesthetists
• Provide safe administration of anaesthesia to patients
• Anticipate problems and exceptional patient care
• Co-ordinate documentation to ensure the patient receives effective care
• Mentoring Anaesthetic Technician students/ RNAA's and junior team members

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Cardiothoracic Surgery interest

Education

NZ-recognised qualification or international equivalent

MSCNZ registration or eligibility to obtain

Job description

Full and Part time Permanent and Casual opportunities available - please indicate your preference in your cover letterPrimarily based at Christchurch Health Campus

Embark on your career journey in our renowned facilities with one of the most experienced Anaesthetic teams in the region

Grow and develop your skillset in an innovative and collaborative department

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 seeking a highly motivated and experienced Anaesthetic Technician/ODP/RNAA to join our dedicated team working across a wide array of sub-specialties we offer. This unmissable role will give you the opportunity to work to deepen your clinical expertise in the biggest department in the South Island. They say variety is the spice of life - At Health New Zealand, Waitaha, we work across multiple sites (Christchurch Campus - Public, Women's, Waipapa, Burwood Hospital, and Hillmorton Hospital) which means no two days are the same. From obstetrics to trauma to ECT to paediatrics, and everything in between; we are an acute and planned care centre that offers it all. Christchurch Campus is situated in the city next to our beautiful Hagley Park; in spring you can walk under the blossoms. If your shift is at Burwood Hospital, you'll be able to head down to New Brighton Beach for an after-work swim or cruise around Bottle Lake Forrest. As an accredited training hospital, we recognise the importance of investing in our staff and offer a multitude of opportunities for both the professional development of our qualified team and for our future workforce. We support the new perioperative practice degree and the registered nurse anaesthetic assistant (RNAA) training programmes; whether you like to teach or to learn, it is all on offer. But what really makes a good day at work, besides variety, challenge and top-quality facilities/equipment? It’s the people! We are a varied team, made up of Registered Anaesthetic Technicians, Operating Department Practitioner's (ODP's), Registered Nurse Assistant to the Anaesthetist (RNAA's) and locum/agency staff, from a vast range of backgrounds. We are very proud of our evolution as a team and emphasise our shared values at every opportunity (being professionalism, caring, collaboration and resilience). It is important to us that we continue to build our team with people who display these values in every action.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional, technical and clinical assistance to Anaesthetists
• Provide safe administration of anaesthesia to patients
• Anticipate problems and exceptional patient care
• Co-ordinate documentation to ensure the patient receives effective care
• Mentoring Anaesthetic Technician students/ RNAA's and junior team members

About Christchurch

With nature and adventure on the doorstep, a revitalised city centre, short commutes, affordable housing, quality education and tons of opportunity for career growth, life in Christchurch offers a work-life balance that is top notch. Moving to Christchurch means a better work life balance. We boast 2143 hours of annual sunlight, 14 ski areas, 35 wineries, 350km of walking tracks, 700+ gardens and parks, and an average of 19 mins commute time.

About You

• A recognised qualification within New Zealand or international equivalent
• Registration with the Medical Sciences Council/Nursing Council or eligibility to obtain
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Interest/Experience in Cardiothoracic Surgery with the desire to grow this skillset
• Motivated to embrace challenges and change
• 3+ years of Clinical experience is desirable, however not essential

Please follow this link to find out more about the MSCNZ registration process for an overseas qualified Anaesthetic Technician: https://www.mscouncil.org.nz/

Candidates must meet full Registration requirements to be considered for this role.

Benefits

• Reimbursement of Registration with MSCNZ and APC fees

Our Culture

Care and respect for others. Manaaki me te whakaute i te tangata. Integrity in all we do. Hāpai i ā mātou mahi katoa i runga i te pono. Responsibility for outcomes. Te Takohanga i ngā hua.

Working at 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 serve our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.