Anaesthetic Technician

Mō mātou | About us

St George's Hospital - Excellence in Innovation:

This is your opportunity to work at a hospital where cutting-edge technology meets clinical excellence, and every day offers the chance to make a real difference. Welcome to St George’s Hospital in Christchurch, an Incorporated Society and registered Charity, operated by and for the people of Canterbury.  We’re home to 13 state-of-the-art operating theatres, Cardiac Cath Lab, Cancer Care Centre and Eye Care Centre.  Our multidisciplinary teams perform a broad spectrum of procedures, from routine surgeries to highly specialised and complex cases, with dedicated ICU and HDU facilities ensuring the best care for our patients.

At St George’s Hospital, we are on a mission to be a centre of excellence in healthcare within a culture of caring where patients choose to be treated and professionals aspire to work.  We are committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi.  We promote equity, diversity, and inclusion of all communities we serve, and who are represented in our workforce.

Are you ready to be part of a passionate, innovative, and supportive team that is shaping the future of healthcare? Join us and take your career to the next level.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer

We are committed to developing our fabulous team and offer a range of fantastic benefits and opportunities including:

• A nurturing and collaborative workplace where team members feel valued, connected, and empowered to grow both personally and professionally.
• Extensive robotic program – investment in latest technology
• Amazing opportunities for professional, personal, clinical and leadership development
• Very competitive remuneration packages
• St George’s provides indemnity insurance for all colleagues
• 5 weeks annual leave
• Option of secure subsidised onsite parking
• Immediate Income Protection and Life Insurance
• Relocation contribution may be considered
• Discount at our on-site café and pharmacy
• A supportive and welcoming workplace that values your well-being — including a Christmas closure (annual leave used), so you can enjoy quality rest and time with your family and friends.

Mō te tūnga | About our Role:

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced anaesthetic technician to join our friendly, experienced and dynamic theatre team.  You will provide skilled clinical and technical assistance to the anaesthetist, ensuring high quality professional and safe care to patients undergoing anaesthesia.

This is a full time (1 FTE) position working rostered hours.  Our Theatres generally operate Monday to Friday 0700 to 2100 with occasional Saturday roster.

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Essential skills/experience for the role:

In addition to your experience as an Anaesthetic Technician, you must hold a current APC with the Medical Sciences Council of New Zealand.  You will also:

• Be passionate for and provide high quality perioperative care.
• Have excellent supportive, engaging and positive team skills
• Demonstrate sound judgement
• Demonstrate a commitment to professional practice, and professional and personal development
• Be an excellent communicator, facilitator and advocate for patients
• Are adaptable to the changing needs of our department and patient care needs
• Have a commitment to your ongoing development of anaesthetic skills and professional development
• Have the initiative and ability to contribute to and support best practice standards.

Tono ināianei | Apply now

All applications must be submitted through our website.  Please note in your application which specialty are you have expertise in.

Click on 'Apply for this job' and follow the online application process. For a copy of the full position, please visit the careers section of our website www.stgeorges.org.nz/careers/vacancies

Applicants must be a New Zealand resident or have a current New Zealand work permit. A copy of your current New Zealand work permit status must be attached to your CV.

For more information please contact: Dave Greasley – [email protected]

We encourage your early application as we are reviewing applications ahead of the closing date.  This date is therefore subject to change.