Anaesthetic Technician or RNAA

Queenstown Closing date: 20 March 2026 Reference: Apply Now

Southern Cross Central Lakes Hospital Queenstown

Southern Cross Central Lakes Hospital (SCCLH) received its first patients in January 2022, and has steadily developed a broad range of specialty surgery covering both private and public patients. The joint venture ownership between Southern Cross Healthcare and Central Lakes Trust ensures leading clinical service delivery whilst maintaining a genuine focus to provide healthcare services closer to home for general population of Central Otago.

We're looking for an experienced Anaesthetic Technician / RNAA to join our high-performing team in a role where your expertise truly matters. You'll play a critical role in delivering safe, seamless care throughout every stage of the anaesthetic process, working closely with our multi-disciplinary team while also being confident to work independently when required.

You'll thrive in a fast-paced theatre environment, take pride in your clinical judgement, and bring a calm, capable presence to every list. Independence is key - you'll be trusted to manage your workload, anticipate needs, and contribute to excellent patient outcomes with minimal supervision. You'll be part of a supportive, values-driven team that prioritises quality, safety, and patient-centred care. If you're motivated, dependable, and passionate about anaesthesia, this is a role where your skills will be recognised and valued.

This position is 60 hours per fortnight, worked as three 10-hour shifts per week, with the opportunity for additional hours.

• Current NZ registration as an Anaesthetic Technician with a recognised qualification OR Registered Nurse registration with a current practising certificate and recognised anaesthetic credentials
• A minimum of 3-5 years' experience, with proven ability to work confidently and independently
• A genuine passion for anaesthesia and a strong work ethic - you take pride in turning up, pitching in, and doing your best work every day
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build trusted relationships with Anaesthetists, theatre teams, patients, and whānau
• Strong technical expertise across perioperative anaesthetic practice, with sound clinical judgement
• Flexibility to work rostered shifts, with openness to picking up additional hours when available
• Competitive Rewards: Attractive remuneration package and relocation assistance may be possible.
• Health & Wellbeing: Funded health insurance, a comprehensive wellbeing programme, and generous Christmas/New Year breaks.
• Flexibility & Growth: Flexible working arrangements and a Nursing Council of New Zealand-approved PDRP.
• Perks & Community: Discounts from a range of partners and the opportunity to join our Employee Network.

Ko wai matou Our Organisation

At Southern Cross Healthcare, our purpose is clear: to advance quality healthcare across Aotearoa New Zealand. Our values shape everything we do:

• Care First - We lead with compassion, delivering care that's deeply human through genuine manaakitanga.
• Better Together - Collaboration is our strength. We unite diverse skills and perspectives to create better outcomes for all.
• Pursue Excellence - We strive to improve, innovate, and excel every day-never settling, always aiming to deliver our best.

We're proud to bring together over 4,000 skilled professionals-including 2,000 nurses and anaesthetic technicians-working alongside more than 1,200 specialists, surgeons, anaesthetists, and allied health experts. Together, we're one of Aotearoa New Zealand's largest and most trusted healthcare providers.

Driven by a strong 'for purpose' ethos, we think beyond financial quarters-planning for generations to come.

We honour Te Tiriti o Waitangi and foster a culturally safe environment that reflects manaakitanga and values the unique perspectives of our people. Our core value, Better Together, guides our goal to build a workforce that mirrors the diversity of Aotearoa New Zealand.

If you have specific needs or would like to discuss how we can support you, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at for a confidential conversation.

Join us, and together, each of us can be part of something important, helping people live their best lives by reimagining healthcare.