Sterile Services Technician - Casual

Sterile Services Technician Wairarapa Contract - Casual Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to developing a health system that serves all New Zealanders. About the Company At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, we strive to provide excellent healthcare to our communities. Our organization values diversity and inclusivity within our workforce, allowing us to better understand and meet the needs of the populations we serve. We encourage applications from individuals across diverse backgrounds, including Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. About the Role We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a motivated and organized individual to join our team as a Sterile Services Technician. In this role, you will be part of a small, multi-skilled team within the Central Sterile Services (CSS) department. Your primary responsibility will be to provide essential sterile services to Wairarapa Hospital, specifically supporting our Operating Theatres for both acute and elective surgical and medical procedures. This is a casual position with the potential for 0 to 80 hours of work per fortnight, as needed. Flexibility is key, as applicants must be available at short notice to cover any shift requirements. About the Team/Service/Location As a Registered Sterile Sciences Technician, you will be responsible for upholding high standards in the decontamination, assembly, inspection, wrapping, and sterilization of reusable medical devices for operating theatres, as well as other wards and departments. You will work in compliance with established policies and procedures to ensure quality care is consistently delivered. Your role will involve maintaining workflow between Sterile Services, theatre, hospital wards, and clinics, thereby supporting our commitment to excellent customer care. About You We are looking for candidates who have achieved a minimum of a Level 3 or Level 4 Certificate in Sterilizing Technology, along with relevant experience (Level 3 is acceptable if obtained prior to 2019). Additionally, you should be a member of the NZ Sterile Sciences Association (NZSSA) and maintain professional registration with them. Requirements for the position include: - Availability to work 0 to 80 hours per fortnight, including weekends and nights. - Eligibility to apply as a New Zealand citizen, resident, or holder of a permanent work visa. How to Apply If you are interested in this position, please click "apply now." All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal. Should you have any questions about the role, please reach out via email to leeann.campbell@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz. We will review applications as they are received and may move forward with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advertisement. We look forward to receiving your application and hope to welcome you to our team.