Anaesthetic Technician at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Te Pae Hauora o Ruahine o Tararua MidCentral, Manawatu / Whanganui

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Anaesthetic Technician

Palmerston North Hospital

Permanent Fulltime

Join the team that keeps patients safe under anaesthesia

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 seeking an experienced and motivated Anaesthetic Technician to join our dynamic Perioperative Services team at MidCentral.

In this key clinical role, you will work in partnership with Anaesthetists and Intensive Care Specialists to deliver safe, high-quality anaesthesia care across a diverse range of patients, including both adults and paediatrics. You will be an integral member of a multidisciplinary team, contributing to excellent patient outcomes across operating theatres, procedural areas, PACU, ICU support, and off-site clinical services.

This role offers variety and scope, with opportunities to extend your practice into areas such as PACU, scrub assistance, and PICC line insertion, depending on service needs and your level of experience.

You will also play an important role in education and workforce development, supporting student and new graduate Anaesthetic Technicians and contributing to a culture of learning, safety, and continuous improvement.

This position participates in a 24-hour rotating roster, including on-call duties.

About the Team/Service

Our Anaesthetic Technician team at MidCentral is a skilled, supportive group of clinicians dedicated to delivering safe, high-quality perioperative care.

We work closely with Anaesthetists, ICU and theatre teams, and wider multidisciplinary staff to ensure seamless, patient-centred care across a range of clinical settings, including operating theatres, PACU, and extended practice areas.

The team has a strong culture of collaboration, education, and professional development, actively supporting students and new staff while maintaining a focus on continuous improvement and clinical excellence.

We are committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and improving equitable outcomes for Māori, which underpins our approach to care and teamwork.

Above all, we are a cohesive and experienced team that supports each other to deliver safe anaesthesia care 24/7 for our community.

Employing over 2500 people, MidCentral offers a supportive work environment that accepts and values all employees.  We actively seek Māori kaimahi into our workforce and provide an environment which delivers our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

About you

You are a confident, clinically experienced Anaesthetic Technician who is committed to delivering safe, evidence-based, and patient and whānau-centred care. You thrive in a collaborative environment and are passionate about teaching, quality improvement, and professional development.

To succeed in this role, you will bring:

Essential Requirements

• A recognised qualification in Anaesthetic Technology, such as:
• Diploma in Applied Science (Anaesthetic Technology)
• Graduate Certificate in Applied Science (Anaesthetic Technology)
• Bachelor of Health Science (Perioperative Practice), or equivalent
• Current registration with the Medical Sciences Council of New Zealand and a valid Annual Practising Certificate
• Proven clinical competence in anaesthetic practice
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills
• Experience in clinical teaching, supervision, or mentoring
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and evidence-based practice
• Understanding of clinical governance and quality improvement
• Commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and achieving equitable outcomes for Māori
• Full NZ driver's licence (manual and automatic required for on-call duties)

Desirable

• Membership of the New Zealand Anaesthetic Technicians' Society

About the Location

Manawatū offers the perfect blend of city convenience and rural charm. Whether you're drawn to peaceful village life, vibrant townships, or the buzz of the city, you'll find your ideal lifestyle here. It's a family-friendly region that's easy to live in and even easier to love. The region is also home to excellent schools and two tertiary institutions: Massey University and the International Pacific College.

Outdoor enthusiasts are spoiled for choice—beaches, ski fields, lakes, and mountains are all within reach, along with fantastic hiking and mountain biking tracks. With no traffic and a short commute to work, achieving true work-life balance is the everyday reality.

Our central location makes it easy to explore the rest of New Zealand, whether you're heading off on a road trip or catching a short flight.

For more information on living and working in the Manawatū:

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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 service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.  

How to Apply

To apply please click “apply now.”  All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal by the advertised date. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Tara Penketh, Allied Health Recruitment Consultant (Email: tara.penketh@tewhatuora.govt.nz)

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.

Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.