[ref. g7861401] Health Care Assistant - General Surgicalat Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Southern - - Dunedin
General Surgical Ward 3Salary band
- $60,000 to $70,000 p.a pro-rata, Kiwisaver and penal ratesDunedin Hospital1.0 FTE / 80 hours per fortnightGreat professional development and opportunity to make a differenceHealth 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 roleIn this important role you will help with a range of direct and non-direct patient care tasks under the direction of a registered nurse and maintain the department environment to ensure efficient and effective functioning including:Patient watch, supervision and/or movement with one-on-one careRestocking and setting up of equipmentGeneral department housekeepingSupporting our nurses and other members of the healthcare teamClerical duties as requiredStock reconciliationYou will need to be able to commit to rotating rostered shiftsHours of work are Monday to Sunday inclusive, based on rostered shifts including nights and weekendsSee position descriptionAbout usTe Whatu Ora
- Southern has the largest geographical coverage of all the New Zealand regions, providing services to 350,000 people in diverse communities.
We believe that our dedicated and passionate staff are a significant driving force behind the achievement of these standards, and we need more like-minded people to help us continue providing for our community.About youThe successful applicant will:hold working rights in New Zealandbe well organised, with a positive can-do attitude and able to communicate clearly and openlybe able to take direction from a variety of staffhave experience working with people from a health setting
- this will be advantageous.If you enjoy the idea of gaining valuable experience within a health setting and really making a difference, we would love to hear from you
- apply today!Please note: this role does not qualify for sponsorship.Working at Health New ZealandHealth 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.Salary rangeThis role is covered by the terms and conditions of the expired NZNO CEA and the salary will be in accordance with the Health Care Assistant Pay Scale, between step one $60,100 and step five $70,358 p.a pro-rata dependant on relevant experience.How to applyTo apply, please click apply now.
All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by Saturday, 10 August 2025.If you have any questions about the role, please contact Ben Kingsbury at ben.kingsbury@tewhatuora.govt.nzWe will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advert.We only accept online applications.
Please apply via our website