Anaesthetic Technician (Fixed Term 12 months) Nelson

Anaesthetic Technician (Fixed Term 12 months) Nelson Anaesthetic Technician, Nelson Hospital, Fixed Term 12months Part-time Join our dedicated perioperative team at Nelson Hospital and be part of a service that delivers high-quality, patient-centred care in a supportive and collaborative environment. At Nelson Hospital, we are committed to staff wellbeing, continuous improvement, and fostering a positive workplace where you can thrive both professionally and personally. 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 As an Anaesthetic Technician / RNAA, you will: Assist anaesthetists during surgeries by preparing and handling anaesthetic equipment; Monitor patients' vital signs and ensure patient safety and comfort during procedures; Maintain anaesthetic equipment and stocks up supplies; Collaborate closely with surgical teams to support seamless and efficient operating theatre operations; Comply with hospital policies and safety standards, maintaining a high standard of patient care. This is a Fixed Term role for up to 12 months, covering parental leave. The hours are 56 hours per fortnight (0.7 FTE). Shifts are flexible – rostered and rotating Monday to Sunday including evenings, weekends and on-call. Please view the position description for further information. About the Team / Service / Location Nelson Hospital, part of the Nelson Marlborough Health system, provides a supportive and dynamic environment for healthcare professionals dedicated to high-quality patient care. Its theatre Suite consists of 6 Operating Theatres with a Recovery Room, a Sterile Services department and Endoscopy suite. Our Anaesthetic Department is a well-equipped, collaborative team, focused on safe and effective surgical outcomes. Surgical specialties covered include General Surgery, Orthopaedics, Gynaecology, Urology, ENT, Ophthalmology, Dental, Acute/Trauma, Paediatrics, Plastics and Vascular. About You To be considered for this position you must: Be a Registered Anaesthetic Technician or an RNAA, with a current APC issued by The Medical Sciences Council of New Zealand (MSCNZ) or be eligible for the same; Have relevant experience in an anaesthetic or perioperative setting is preferred; Have strong attention to detail, effective communication, and team collaboration skills; Be able to work flexible hours to meet the needs of the department and cope with a high and varied workload, including emergency situations. The successful candidate must be eligible to work in New Zealand or hold a valid NZ work visa at the time of applying. Working at 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 serve our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. #J-18808-Ljbffr