Health Care Assistant - Renal and Cancer

Location: Ward 5 North, Wellington Hospital Contract: Permanent part-time 0.7 FTE - Rostered and Rotating About the Company Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to upholding the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and serving all New Zealanders. We are committed to building a health system founded on partnership, equity, sustainability, whanau-centred care, and excellence through integration and collaboration. About the Role We have an exciting opportunity for a Health Care Assistant to join our team at Ward 5 North, Wellington Regional Hospital. Our ward is a 40-bed inpatient facility that is closely connected to the Cancer Day Ward, Radiation Oncology, and the Inpatient Haemodialysis Unit. We provide a range of specialist services, including chemotherapy delivery, apheresis, stem cell transplantation, and renal transplants, catering to medical oncology, radiation oncology, haematology, and renal specialties. Duties In this role, you will assist patients with activities of daily living to help them maintain their independence. Your responsibilities will include restocking clinical supplies, maintaining a clean ward environment, and engaging in patient observation. About the Team/Service Location You will be working within a friendly and supportive team. We are looking for individuals who can communicate effectively and possess good written skills. Your role will involve supporting nursing staff and assisting patients with their daily living activities. If you are energetic, motivated, and possess strong communication skills, along with a NZQA Level 3 in Health and Wellbeing (or an equivalent qualification), we encourage you to apply. About You The ideal candidate will have excellent organizational skills and the ability to communicate effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds. Most importantly, you should be adaptable and able to navigate the continuously changing circumstances of the ward throughout your working day. Requirements - Level 3 NZQA National Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (or an equivalent qualification) - Current NZ working visa/residency or NZ citizenship - Experience in healthcare work is preferred If you do not currently hold a Level 3 qualification, we are open to supporting the right candidate in completing this qualification as part of your contract. We will provide the necessary time and training for you to achieve your goals. Benefits At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, we are committed to providing excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand. Our people are at the center of everything we do. We honor our commitment to being good employers and upholding equal employment opportunity obligations. We embrace diversity and welcome applications from all individuals, including those of different gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, and disabilities. A diverse and inclusive workforce allows us to better understand and serve our community. We focus on pro-equity health initiatives, particularly for Māori, Pacific Peoples, and the Disability Community. How to Apply To apply, please click on 'apply now.' All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal. If you have any questions about the role, feel free to contact Deb.Brodie@TeWhatuora.govt.nz. We will review applications as they are received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advertisement.