At St George’s Hospital our 13 Theatres are state-of-the art with all of them supported by the latest anaesthetic and surgical technologies. We provide an extensive range of surgical procedures including specialities and complex procedures with ICU and HDU care available for our patients.
Based in Christchurch, St George’s Hospital aims to be recognised as “The South Island Centre of Excellence” for surgical procedures - where patients choose to be treated and where people choose to work.
Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer
A supportive, professional and friendly environment
A state-of-the-art processing facility
A commitment to professional and personal development
Flexible rostering with opportunities for a regular shift pattern option to assist with out of work commitments.
Subsidised secure on-site parking.
Discount at our on-site café and pharmacy
5 weeks annual leave
Immediate Income protection and life insurance
Annual shut down between Christmas and New Year and leave for public holidays
Job Description
Mō te tūnga | About our Role:
We have a great opportunity to join our friendly Sterile Sciences team in this full time position. You will be assisting in both the sterilisation department and endoscopy theatre and processing rooms. The main duties of the role include the decontamination and sterilization of equipment. There is plenty of variety in the role and because of the increasing variety of surgeries we perform at St George’s, there is plenty of scope for you to develop your expertise.
The successful applicant will need to be available for rostered shifts. We endeavour to run a 4-week rotating roster to support your work life balance.
Desired Skills and Experience
Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Essential skills/experience for the role:
Hold the Certificate of Sterilizing Technology (either level 3 or level 4)
Member of the NZSSA (Sterile Services Association of New Zealand) - preferred
Have proven ability to work without supervision
Work well within a team
Be able to work flexible hours over a four-week roster
Have methodical and meticulous attention to detail
Have basic computer skills
Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
This position involves standing, lifting and pushing heavy trolleys
If you want to make a difference in your role as Sterile Sciences Technician we would love you to apply.
Tono ināianei | Apply now
Applications must be submitted through our on-line process. Please 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 on www.stgeorges.org.nz/careers/vacancies
All applicants must have New Zealand Residency or a current valid New Zealand Work Visa. (Evidence required on CV.)
All applications must be submitted through our website. Applications will be reviewed as they are received and interviews may take place prior to the closing date. This means we reserve the right to close this job ad before the advertised closing date.
St George’s Hospital is committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and promotes equity, diversity, and inclusion of people from all communities we serve being represented in our workforce. We acknowledge and respect our colleagues’ diversity and spiritual needs, ensuring a safe workplace that is whānau oriented within a supportive environment.
