Trainee Sterile Sciences Technician

Are you ready to launch a meaningful career in healthcare?

Join Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora as a Trainee Sterile Sciences Technician and become an essential part of the team that keeps our hospitals running safely and smoothly.

This is your chance to gain a nationally recognised qualification while making a real difference in the lives of patients across our region.

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 Sterile Science Technician Trainee is responsible for developing competence in line with the practical training program for reprocessing of reusable medical devices including decontamination, cleaning, sterilisation, inspection, packaging and storage in line with AS / NZS

• standard and DHB policy and guidelines.

A Sterile Science Technician Trainee has a focus on developing technical capability with support from more experienced technicians.

The NZ Sterilising Technology certificate level four must be completed within two years of employment; the practical training is initiated on entry to the service and completed at approximately six months.

About the Service

The Sterile Services Unit at MidCentral is a specialist service for the reprocessing of Reusable Medical Devices (RMD's) for operating theatres and all hospital wards and clinics.

The service promotes high-quality service delivery, ensuring the required equipment is available at the required time to promote the best service user outcomes.

All processes adhere to the principles of the standard AS / NZS

About you

We're seeking someone who is :

Motivated to complete the NZSSA Technology Level 4 Course within 2 yearsA team player with strong communication and interpersonal skillsPhysically fit and able to work on your feetDetail-oriented and able to follow procedures preciselyAdaptable, reliable, and able to work independently when neededCommitted to high standards of hygiene and safetyEager to contribute positively to a supportive team environment

About the Location

Manawatu is known for its effortless blend of city and rural living; here you can choose your ideal lifestyle, from peaceful rural villages, to bustling townships, or city life.

It's a family-friendly place that's easy to live and work, with easy access to an array of outdoor activities – beaches, ski fields, lakes, mountains, as well as fantastic mountain biking and hiking tracks.

No traffic and an easy commute to work, really help a with true work-life balance.

Our fantastic central location means exploring other parts of New Zealand is easy as a drive or a short flight.

We are well served with excellent schooling options, as well as two tertiary institutes – Massey University and the International Pacific College.

We actively encourage a life work balance and appreciate flexibility can be important, so we are open to discuss options!

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 Maori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

To apply please click "apply now."

All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal.

If you have any questions about the role, please contact : Tara Penketh, Allied Health Recruitment Advisor (Email :

Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.

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

Job details

Job Reference :

Location : North Island - Manawatu / Whanganui - Palmerston North

Job type : Permanent Full time

Expertise : Clinical - Technical - Sterile Services Technicians

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