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Qualified Anaesthetic Technician / ODP / RNAA's
- 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 and work to the full scope of practice
- Registration with the New Zealand Medical Science Council with a current practicing certificate (or ability to obtain) is essential
- Additional hourly allowance available
After a period of expansion, transition and growth, we are searching for experienced Qualified Anaesthetic Technicians/ODP’s/RNAA's to come and join our team at Waitaha to work alongside us helping to deliver high-quality healthcare services to our valued tāngata whaiora. With permanent full-time, part-time and casual roles available, we may just have what you are looking for.
They say variety is the spice of life – At Health New Zealand, Waitaha, we work across multiple sites (Christchurch Campus - Public, Women’s, Waipapa and Burwood 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 elective 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, ODP’s, RNAA’s and locum/agency staff, from a huge range of backgrounds. We are pretty proud of our evolution as a team and therefore big on our shared values (being professionalism, caring, collaboration and resilience) it is important to us that we continue to build our team with people who think these are just as important as we do.
So… if you want to join a team of highly skilled, innovative and caring people and move forward with us on our journey, what are you waiting for? Send a pigeon, light a flare, hire a billboard… or just apply online today. We look forward to welcoming you on board!
Why 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.
Mō te tūnga | About the Role
In this role, you will be responsible for:
- 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 trainee Anaesthetic Technicians/ RNAA's
We are also offering an additional hourly allowance of $5.20 per hour for the next couple of months – contact us via email if you would like further information.
Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and Experience
- A recognised qualification within New Zealand or international equivalent;
- Registration with the Medical Sciences Council or eligibility to obtain;
- Strong interpersonal skills;
- Motivated to embrace challenges and change.
- A sense of humour and self awareness is also a must!
Please follow this link to find out more about the MSCNZ registration process for an overseas qualified Anaesthetic Technician: https://www.mscouncil.org.nz/
Health New Zealand, Waitaha can provide the successful applicants with:
- 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.
Ngā hua | Benefits of working at Health New Zealand |Te Whatu Ora
When you work at Health New Zealand, you are part of a wider whānau that will support you along your career journey. We offer great professional development and learning opportunities for all staff. We are always improving our facilities across all campuses and have access to amazing kaimahi/staff discounts from select retailers, restaurants and businesses.
Tono ināianei | Apply Now
Only applications submitted via our career site will be accepted, therefore apply directly on our career site here.
Contact Alex Jay, Recruitment Partner on Alexandra.Jay@tewhatuora.govt.nzfor additional information. We have a range of clinical and non-clinical roles at Health New Zealand, there could be a place for you!
Please visit our careers website for other roles and find your ideal fit within Health New Zealand.
Applications will be reviewed as received.