Multiple full and part time permanent opportunities available Primarily 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 and work to the full scope of practice Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we're building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence. About the Role 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 help 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. 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 Forest. 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. We are a varied team, made up of Registered Anaesthetic Technicians, Operating Department Practitioners (ODP's), Registered Nurse Assistant to the Anaesthetist (RNAA’s) and locum/agency staff, from a huge range of backgrounds. We are proud of our evolution as a team and 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? Apply online today. We look forward to welcoming you on board!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 ensure exceptional patient care; Co-ordinate documentation to ensure the patient receives effective care; Mentoring trainee Anaesthetic Technicians/ RNAA's 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, New Zealand Nursing Organisation with the RNAA scope of practice, or eligibility to obtain Strong interpersonal skills Motivated to embrace challenges and change 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 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/ Candidates must meet full Registration requirements to be considered for this role. 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. Working for Health New Zealand Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is ‘the weaving of wellnesses. We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand. The Equity Work Programme at Health NZ focuses on helping everyone in the health system think about equity when they do their work. It also promotes the cultural change needed for the whole system to reach equity in health outcomes. Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Health New Zealand are committed to being good employers and honouring our equal employment opportunity obligations. 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 11:59 pm on 28th April 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Alex Jay at Alexandra.jay@tewhatuora.govt.nz Permanent, Permanent/Full Time, Permanent/Part Time
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