Healthcare Assistant - Nephrology and General Medicine

• 2 x Permanent Part-time positions available
• 0.7 FTE (28 hrs per week) and 0.8 FTE (32 hrs per week)
• Rotating roster must be able to work Monday – Sunday, Morning, Afternoon and Nights.
  

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 Service

Ward 14 based at Christchurch Hospital is a 24 bed ward that specialises in the care of Nephrology (including renal transplantation) and General Medicine patients. 

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. 

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to engage well.
• A high attention to detail and the ability to relate to patients and their families.
• A good use of initiative and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent time management skills and a willingness to learn.
• Ideally experience as a Hospital Aide or similar

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 13th November. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Victoria at Victoria.Steiner@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz