Health Care Assistant - Surgical Ward

About the Company At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, we are dedicated to creating a health system that serves all New Zealanders. Grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, we are committed to improving, promoting, and protecting the health of our diverse communities. With the largest geographical coverage among New Zealand regions, we provide services to approximately 350,000 individuals, driven by our dedicated and passionate staff. About the Role We are currently seeking a Health Care Assistant to join our team on a permanent, part-time basis, with a commitment of 0.8 FTE. In this role, you will support our nurses and other healthcare team members in delivering exceptional care. Your responsibilities will include: - Assisting with patient supervision and movement - Reconciling stock and maintaining ward organization - Providing patient care as needed This position offers a unique opportunity to utilize your caring and empathetic nature while gaining valuable experience in the healthcare sector. You will receive on-the-job training, including the opportunity to achieve a fully funded NZQA Level 3 certificate in Health and Wellbeing for Hospitals and Health Sector. About You We are looking for candidates with prior healthcare experience, as well as those who are dynamic, friendly, and demonstrate a high level of initiative. Our ideal candidate will: - Be committed to maintaining high standards of practice - Possess excellent organizational and communication skills - Be available to work a rotating roster Working at Health New Zealand Our commitment at Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is to ensure excellent healthcare for all New Zealanders. We value a diverse and inclusive workforce, as it enhances our ability to understand and serve our community effectively. We encourage applications from Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. How to Apply If you are interested in this opportunity, please click "apply now." All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by July 11, 2025. For any questions regarding the role, please reach out to Mikayla Hamilton at mikayla.hamilton@tewhatuora.govt.nz. We will review applications as they are received and may begin the recruitment process before the closing date. Please note that we only accept online applications, so be sure to apply through our website.