Southland Hospital

• Your opportunity to be part of a team that makes a real difference
• Permanent position available
• 1 FTE (40 hours per week)

We are a team of patient focused, dedicated professionals who are responsible for the reprocessing and distribution of reusable medical devices (RMD) used surgical and diagnostic procedures in our Operating Theatre and other clinical areas. The role involves a series of complex interrelated processes that include decontamination, inspection, assembly, packaging, and sterilisation of all RMD to a high standard following established department procedures, best practice, and compliance standards.

Mō te tūranga | About the role
You will become part of an experienced, high quality driven, supportive team who are all trained in this specialised profession. This role is like no other, it is both physically and mentally demanding, you’re required to complete complex tasks that require high levels of concentration, undertake manual, dexterous work, and operate a broad range of equipment.

You will be required to work rotating, rostered shifts including weekends and evenings.

Mōu ake | About you
Our ideal applicant will have either a Certificate in Sterilising Technology or equivalent, plus work-related health experience. However, on the job training is provided and you must be willing to enrol and attain the Certificate in Sterilising Technology in a prescribed timeframe (2 years from appointment).

This isn’t just ‘a job’. This is a role where the very small things that you do, matter greatly.

Key criteria:

• Being methodical and remaining calm under pressure.
• Ability to follow written instructions closely.
• A team player with excellent communication skills.
• Quality driven and positive attitude
• Good organisation and attention to detail skills

Please note applicants should apply with the understanding that weekend and evening shift work is a requirement.

Mō mātou | About us
Sick of long commutes to work? - Southland Hospital is located within a 10 - 15 minute drive from anywhere in Invercargill and offers free car parking on site for staff. Our hospital is a modern, secondary level 4 base hospital offering an innovative and progressive working environment. Small and intimate enough to get to know not only your colleagues, but your patients in particular. Here you will enjoy a clinically challenging and rewarding job combined with a relaxed and satisfying lifestyle.

Now is a great time to re-locate to Southland if you were considering the move. Southland offers the benefits of excellent amenities, first class primary through to tertiary education, affordable housing, and outstanding recreational opportunities. Whether it’s the outdoors - kayaking or sailing; skiing, hunting, or fishing; or theatre, live-music or art or shopping and dining out – there’s literally something for everyone. Check out Discover Invercargill for what we can offer you and your whanau.

Join Te Whatu Ora and Te Aka Whai Ora as we embark on a historic collaboration to transform healthcare for all whānau across Aotearoa, New Zealand. Together, we're passionate about creating a modern, integrated health system that honours the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and prioritises health equity for Māori, whānau, and every community. Be part of this journey and contribute to a brighter, healthier future for all generations to come.

Utu whānui |Salary range
This role belongs to the Te Whatu Ora/Allied, Scientific and Technical Collective Agreement and falls between Step 1 ($65,842 p.a. pro-rata) and Step 5 ($79,039) p.a. pro-rata of Grade A Technical/Non Degree qualified salary scale.

Rā mōnehu |Closing Date: Friday 1 December 2024
Due to the fast-paced nature of what we do, our vacancy close dates may be subject to change. Don’t delay, make sure you apply as soon as possible.

Tono ināianei | Apply now
For further information please contact James, Recruitment Advisor, james.boyd@southerndhb.govt.nz

If you currently work for Te Whatu Ora- Health New Zealand - Southern , please apply for this role via our internal careers site, found here: Pulse > Applications > Corporate > Success Factors

Pre-Employment checks
In the interests of protecting our people and our patients, all appointments will be subject to:

• Occupational Health Assessment
• Police Vetting / Ministry of Justice safety checks
• Serious misconduct checks (previous Public Service departments and statutory Crown entities only)