• Based in either Whangarei or Kaitaia hospitals
• Full-time opportunities, though part-time applications will be considered
• Flexible working arrangements

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

The purpose of this position is to provide safe operational anaesthetic and ancillary equipment to anaesthetists in operating theatre. In this role you will provide direct clinical assistance to anaesthetists and intensivists maintaining a high standard of patient care.

You will be a part of an integrated operating theatre team with a commitment to ensuring efficient functioning of the operating theatre.

These are permanent full-time opportunities however, we also welcome applicants who prefer to work part time.

About Location

We have opportunities in Whangarei Hospital, Northland as well as in Kaitaia Hospital, Far North depending on your preferred base location.

If you choose Whangarei as your base location, you also have the option of working in Kaitaia for a few days so that you can spend some time in the Far North to explore the beautiful surroundings. The same applies if you choose Kaitaia as the base location.

Please follow this link to know more about Northland and this exciting opportunity  https://youtu.be/ZM4sfj2sNTE *the video was filmed pre-COVID

For more information on living and working in Northland click here

About you

• Certificate/Diploma in Anaesthetic Technology or equivalent
• Registered with the Medical Science Council of New Zealand with a current practicing certificate
• Demonstrate an ability to practice in a culturally safe manner
• 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
• Experience in projects / initiatives which give effect to Te Tiriti principals and frameworks, and the application of Mātauranga Māori and Kaupapa Māori approaches, particularly as they apply in healthcare settings.

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 31 August 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Michelle Apetera, NL-Jobs@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz

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