Trained Sterile Services Technician

• Part-time permanent position 0.8FTE available, 32 hours per week
• Located at Burwood Hospital, Christchurch

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 a small, friendly facility situated near Burwood Forest, parking isn’t a problem and the facilities provide an excellent working environment. The role in our Sterile Services Unit, which is part of the Operating Suite, also offers you a varied day working across the roles required to provide Sterile Services both internally and externally.

Hours of work are Monday to Friday, 8-hour shifts between the hours of 6:00am and 10:00pm with staggered start times. No weekend or public holidays required. 

In this role, you will be responsible for:

• Providing direct technical processing of reusable medical devices (RMDs)
• Ensuring decontamination is achieved through the correct washing process
• Ensuring that the correct sterilisation process is selected and used (Steam, Sterrad etc) as appropriate
• Ensuring that RMDs are inspected and tested as required and specific to each RMD
• Ensuring all required documentation is completed

About You

We are seeking an experienced Sterile Services Technician to join our team. 

• You will need to be able to perform well under pressure
• A high level of attention to detail
• Good communication skills
• You will also need to be physically fit as this role does involve some lifting
• Completion of NZSSA Sterilising Technology Certification
• Competency with te ao Māori, tikanga, and te reo Māori or a commitment to starting your journey and taking ownership of your learning and growth

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 Tuesday 2nd June. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Alex Jay at Alexandra.jay@tewhatuora.govt.nz

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