Theatre Operations Lead (Perioperative)

New Zealand Government; New Zealand; Remote; NZD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is seeking a Theatre Co-ordinator in Timaru to oversee the Operating Theatres and Recovery Suite. You will lead a team delivering peri-operative care with strong coordination and decision-making responsibilities.

The role requires peri-operative experience and leadership potential; a postgraduate qualification is advantageous. The position offers a permanent, full-time opportunity within a collaborative, equity-driven health system.

Qualifications

• Peri-operative experience is essential.
• Strong leadership and people-management skills.
• Ability to problem-solve with sound professional judgement.
• Postgraduate qualification or willingness to work towards one is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day coordination of Operating Theatres and Recovery Suite.
• Maintain theatre roster and resource management.
• Oversee clinical practice and ensure MDT involvement.
• Support and mentor theatre team and maintain quality care.

Skills

Leadership

Peri-operative coordination

Team coordination

Communication

Education

Postgraduate qualification (advantage)

Job description

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is seeking a Theatre Co-ordinator in Timaru to oversee the Operating Theatres and Recovery Suite. You will lead a team delivering peri-operative care with strong coordination and decision-making responsibilities.

The role requires peri-operative experience and leadership potential; a postgraduate qualification is advantageous. The position offers a permanent, full-time opportunity within a collaborative, equity-driven health system.