Anaesthetic Technician Team Leader

• Permanent Full-Time position 40 hours per week, whilst ideally this role is full time we are open to part time applicants as well (with the option to take part in on- call), please indicate your preference in your cover letter
• Take the next step into leadership by supporting people and services to thrive through collaboration, coaching, and shared accountability

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

Do you want to take the next step in advancing your career? Are you dynamic and motivated?  Do you want to be part of our amazing team?

We’re looking for an Anaesthetic Technician Team Leader to join our team on a permanent full-time basis. This is a varied and challenging role which includes rostering, quality assurance, education (post and pre-qualification), development of the service as well as providing professional, skilled clinical and technical assistance. This opportunity will see you rotating across our Christchurch campuses – Christchurch Public, Women’s, Burwood and our new Waipapa Hospital. There is also the option to join the on-call team.

Lead the way with your professionalism and enthusiasm and put your significant knowledge and experience to work in a large, dedicated and resilient team. As our services are varied, your flexibility and adaptability will allow you to showcase all the skills that you wish to develop and share. 

In this role, you will be responsible for:

• Working closely with the Charge Anaesthetic Technician for the day-to-day coordination of the Anaesthetic Technician service
• Ensuring services run smoothly and safely while role-modelling best practice
• Mentoring our junior staff and providing education to the team
• The provision of clinical and technical assistance to the anaesthetist

About You

To be successful in this role, you will bring strong clinical expertise, leadership capability, and a collaborative approach. You will be able to demonstrate: 

• Extensive knowledge and experience in all aspects of providing assistance to the Anaesthetist
• 3+ years’ of clinical experience is highly desirable
• Sound knowledge of a range of anaesthetic equipment
• Previous management or supervisory experience would be advantageous
• Knowledge of te ao Māori, tikanga, and te reo Māori OR a commitment to starting your journey and taking ownership of your learning and growth
• Registration as an Anaesthetic Technician with the Medical Sciences Council of NZ with current APC (or eligibility to obtain) is essential

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 diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. 

How to Apply

To view the position description and/or apply for the role please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before 11:59pm on 14th May. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Alex Jay at Alexandra.jay@tewhatuora.govt.nz

Please note, we will be reviewing applications when received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.

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