Clinical Coordinator Theatre
Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Taranaki · 5001+ employees
What the role involves
- Coordinating theatre operations
- Managing rosters
- Solving problems
What they ask for
Experienced Registered Nurse, Anaesthetic Technician, or Perioperative Practitioner with recent theatre knowledge, current Annual Practicing Certificate, and leadership experience; post-graduate study and proficient PDRP desired.
- Professional licence or registration
- Manages people
About the job
- Clinical Coordinator Theatre New Plymouth Hospital, Permanent Fulltime
- Are you are an experienced Theatre Registered Nurse, Anaesthetic Technician, Peri-operative practitioner and are wanting to step into a leadership position that offers a challenge.
- If you thrive in a clinically challenging environment, have fantastic communication skills, the ability to think outside the square and the motivation to provide exceptional multifaceted care this job is for you!
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
This role is to support the Clinical Nurse Manager, Associate Clinical Nurse Managers and the Charge Anaesthetic Technician of the Operating Theatres in the daily operational and quality activities in the unit.
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About the Team/Service/ Location
We have six operating theatres. The Clinical Coordinator is at the forefront of the day-to-day rostering, communication centre, and chief problem solver. You will need to be able to think on your feet, be able to implement solutions while meeting the throughput requirements for various specialties.
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About you
The Candidate will be an experienced Registered Nurse, Anaesthetic Technician/Nurse or Perioperative Practitioner with a wealth of knowledge in both how the operating theatre function and other important aspects of patient care.
Ideally the candidates will have:
Enhanced communication skills
Recent and thorough theatre environment knowledge
A mature positive attitude
A willing and able problem solver
Ability to `think outside the square
Have high practice standards and encourage others to meet these standards
Able to manage evolving situations with flexibility whilst applying clinical urgency
Previous team leader experience or senior leadership position experience.
- Current Annual Practicing Certificate.
- Engaging in post graduate experience study (PG Certificate desired)
- Proficient /Expert PDRP (or working towards).
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 Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.
How to Apply
To apply please click apply now. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by Thursday 5 November 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Linda Smith-Madden Linda.Smith-Madden@tdhb.org.nz
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.
Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.