Surgical Supplies Technician - Otago - Mercy Hospital

Description

About the Role

We are currently seeking a Surgical Supplies Technician to join our theatre team supporting safe and efficient theatre operations by maintaining accurate stock levels of consumables. This includes managing inventory rotation in both sterile and non-sterile areas, preparing equipment and consumables for procedures, and ensuring required supplies are available, organised, and ready for use. The role also involves selecting and delivering the correct items and instrument sets for upcoming surgeries.

This is a permanent, full-time (1 FTE, 40 hours per week) position to be worked Monday – Friday

Specific duties include:

• Supporting morning theatre case set up
• Prepare surgical supplies in advance to ensure all items required for the next day's procedures are ready and available.
• Maintaining adequate supplies in consultation with the Theatre Clinical Leader to support smooth daily operations of the Theatre.
• Maintaining the organisation, layout and storage of surgical supplies in line with health and safety requirements

Skills and Experience:

The successful candidate will bring excellent organisational and communication skills. You will also need to demonstrate the following:

• Level 2 CPR
• The ability to plan, organise, prioritise and solve problems effectively
• Flexibility and adaptability, with the ability to use initiative when needed.
• The ability to work well within a team and build positive working relationships.
• Experience working in a hospital setting, specifically theatres, or a background in the health sector would be an advantage.

To be eligible for employment at Mercy Hospital Dunedin, applicants will be required to provide a vaccination history.

Why Mercy Hospital?

Joining Mercy means more than just having a job but being part of a team that works together towards a shared purpose. As we are a charitable, not-for-profit Hospital, we value those who are not only skilled in what they do but are committed and passionate about making a difference to our patients and community.

As a Mercy employee, you will have access to a range of benefits including:

• Free onsite parking
• Subsidised staff meals, gym membership and health insurance
• Discounted hospital fees for you or your immediate family members

Application

To submit your application (including CV and cover letter) please click on the apply button below. Please note, vacancy close dates may be subject to change and applications will be reviewed as submitted.