Healthcare Assistant – Cardiology Service
- 0.6FTE - 1.0FTE (24 - 40 hours per week) permanent position
- Ward 12 and Coronary Care Unit, Christchurch Hospital
- Shifts – Monday to Sunday shift work, ideally with a preference for afternoon and night shift
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
Healthcare Assistants are instrumental in providing care to patients and supporting the clinical team. As a Healthcare Assistant you will assist nursing staff with patient cares whilst maintaining a safe and clean work environment on the ward.
About the Service
Our Coronary Care Unit (CCU) is a 9 bedded specialised unit where our patients present with a number of life-threatening cardiac events that require close observation, continuous cardiac monitoring and often urgent interventions. Ward 12 has 28 beds for patients with a variety of cardiac conditions.
About You
We are seeking a Healthcare Assistant with a passion and commitment to the delivery of high standard of care for the patients. Enthusiastic and motivated, you will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and enjoy working in a fast paced, forward thinking, supportive environment.
Skills and Experience:
- Healthcare experience is highly advantageous
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Effective problem solving and decision-making skills
- Ability to work efficiently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team
- Initiative and a proactive approach to work
- Strong computer skills and administration experience is an advantage
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 Sunday 19th July. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Victoria at Victoria.Steiner@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz
Permanent, Permanent/Full Time, Permanent/Part Time
Job no: PC4226784
Location: Christchurch
Closing Date: Sunday 19th July