Job Opportunities in New Zealand
September 16, 2024
Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora
Wellington Central
OTHER & FULL TIME
Sterile Sciences Technician / Laser Technician
Nau mai, haere mai ki Te Whatu Ora - Capital, Coast & Hutt Valley District
Location: Wellington Regional Hospital
Service: Sterile Services Unit
Contract: Permanent, Full-time
Salary: $89,197
Please note that this role is only available for current Health New Zealand / Te Whatu Ora staff. Any non-Te Whatu Ora applications will be declined.
Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role
Laser technology is the recognised best practice method of attaching a unique identifier to each reusable medical devices (RMD) used in patient care and lasts the lifetime of the reusable medical device. The Registered Sterile Sciences Technician [RST] / Laser Technician is a specialist expanded role. The laser technician has undertaken additional learning and training in the use and safety aspects of a laser machine. They assess reusable medical devices (RMD) for their suitability for laser marking and then undertake the process. The laser technician shall have a broad knowledge of RMD, their use and limitations. The laser technician is familiar with the requirements of the Standard AS 5369 relating to tracking systems and laser marking.
Mō tō mātou rōpū - About our team
The Sterile Services team plays a vital role in patient safety and reducing infection. And it's not simply a matter of washing things, it's a highly qualified job. The department cleans, disinfects, and sterilises reusable medical equipment, from surgical instruments, to flexible scopes and anaesthetic masks used in theatre. The team sterilises a staggering amount - thousands of items a day. The team carries out a range of procedures depending on the instrument, and takes care of the entire process, from initial assessment to reassembling and categorising instruments ready for collection.
Moū - About you
The successful Sterile Services Laser Technician applicant will have:
Here at Capital, Coast & Hutt Valley District we embrace diversity and welcome applications from all people, including all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, disability and religions. A workforce that is diverse and inclusive means that we are better positioned to understand and serve our community.
Capital, Coast & Hutt Valley District are pro-equity health organisation, with a particular focus on Māori, Pacific Peoples, and the Disability Community.
To find out more about us click on the following links:
Capital and Coast
Hutt Valley
Mental Health, Addiction and Intellectual Disability Service
Me pēhea te tuku tono - How to apply
Click the apply now button to send your application directly to us. For further information on this role please email recruitment@ccdhb.org.nz and indicate the job title and vacancy number in the subject line.
Ma tini, ma mano, ka rapa te whai
By joining together we will succeed
Service: Sterile Services Unit
Contract: Permanent, Full-time
Salary: $89,197
Please note that this role is only available for current Health New Zealand / Te Whatu Ora staff. Any non-Te Whatu Ora applications will be declined.
Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role
Laser technology is the recognised best practice method of attaching a unique identifier to each reusable medical devices (RMD) used in patient care and lasts the lifetime of the reusable medical device. The Registered Sterile Sciences Technician [RST] / Laser Technician is a specialist expanded role. The laser technician has undertaken additional learning and training in the use and safety aspects of a laser machine. They assess reusable medical devices (RMD) for their suitability for laser marking and then undertake the process. The laser technician shall have a broad knowledge of RMD, their use and limitations. The laser technician is familiar with the requirements of the Standard AS 5369 relating to tracking systems and laser marking.
Mō tō mātou rōpū - About our team
The Sterile Services team plays a vital role in patient safety and reducing infection. And it's not simply a matter of washing things, it's a highly qualified job. The department cleans, disinfects, and sterilises reusable medical equipment, from surgical instruments, to flexible scopes and anaesthetic masks used in theatre. The team sterilises a staggering amount - thousands of items a day. The team carries out a range of procedures depending on the instrument, and takes care of the entire process, from initial assessment to reassembling and categorising instruments ready for collection.
Moū - About you
The successful Sterile Services Laser Technician applicant will have:
- Record of working successfully in Sterile Sciences Department for a minimum of 3 years.
- Demonstrated experience in service, quality or process improvements.
- Has achieved a minimum L3/L4 Certificate in Sterilising Technology.
- Member of NZ Sterile Sciences Association (NZSSA).
- Maintains professional registration with the NZSSA.
- Focus on delivering high quality care for the patient / client / whānau.
- Continual improvement focus.
- Coordinated, effective, efficient and planned service provision.
Here at Capital, Coast & Hutt Valley District we embrace diversity and welcome applications from all people, including all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, disability and religions. A workforce that is diverse and inclusive means that we are better positioned to understand and serve our community.
Capital, Coast & Hutt Valley District are pro-equity health organisation, with a particular focus on Māori, Pacific Peoples, and the Disability Community.
To find out more about us click on the following links:
Capital and Coast
Hutt Valley
Mental Health, Addiction and Intellectual Disability Service
Me pēhea te tuku tono - How to apply
Click the apply now button to send your application directly to us. For further information on this role please email recruitment@ccdhb.org.nz and indicate the job title and vacancy number in the subject line.
Ma tini, ma mano, ka rapa te whai
By joining together we will succeed
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