Health Care Assistant - Radiologyat Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Hutt Valley -
- Hutt Hospital Radiology Department Contract: Permanent full time
- 1FTE Rostered and rotating, 7am, 7.30am and 12pm starts.Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders.
- re building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence.
About the roleThis is an exciting opportunity to join our Radiology Services at Hutt Valley Hospital.
The Radiology Department at Hutt Hospital is part of the Hospital Operations Group of the Capital, Coast & Hutt Valley District.The Radiology Department serves the population of the Hutt Valley and Wairarapa areas.The Department receive a wide variety of clinical referrers, including regional Plastic Surgery and Rheumatology services as well as referrals from 2 Emergency Departments providing X-Rays, Ultrasounds, MRI and CT scans.Health Care Assistants work mainly in CT and Ultrasound to assist with Workflow and Patient Care.
About the Team/Service Location The Department is a friendly, professional and dedicated team of approximately 80 staff; with a- Can Do - attitude who ensure the best possible care for our patients.
The department includes: Radiologists, Sonographers, Medical Imaging Technologists, MRI Technologists, Nurses and Health Care Assistants, Administration/Bookings Team, and Data/IT/Quality staff.The Department offer a supportive workplace culture with a commitment to your ongoing professional development and well-being, and we have a strong focus on outgoing quality.
improvements and constructive relationships with clinical colleagues.The Radiology Department also hold International Accreditation New Zealand (IANZ) accreditation.About youThe HCA contributes to the successful operation of the nursing/ midwifery team by collaborating and working alongside the Inter-disciplinary team, Registered Nurse (RN) or Midwife (RM) to meet the patient/client needs.
A.Essential Qualifications / Accreditations / skills and experience:- Health and Wellbeing: Health Assistance Level 3 or equivalent or prepared to complete within specified timeframes B.Someone well-suited to the role will place a high value on the following
- Previous experience in a health care setting desirable
- A friendly, caring and empathetic manner
- Can act calmly and quickly in emergencies
- The ability to follow instructions
- Good communication skills
- Able to deal with sickness and distressing medical situationsCommitment to Te Tiriti o WaitangiLiving the District valuesDelivering an exemplary standard of care Innovation and critical thinkingCommitment to sustainable practiceWorking at Health New Zealand Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is
- the weaving of wellness
- . We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand.
Our people are at the heart of everything we do.
Health New Zealand are committed to being good employers and honouring our equal employment opportunity obligations.We embrace diversity and welcome application from all people, including all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, and disability.
A workforce that is diverse and inclusive means that we are better positioned to understand and service our community.
We are pro-equity health organisation, with a particular focus on Māori, Pacific Peoples, and the Disability Community.
How to Apply To apply please click- apply now.
- All applications must be submitted through our online careers
- portal by 7th July 2025.
If you have any questions about the role, please contact Deb.Brodie@TeWhatuora.govt.nzWe will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advertisement.