Healthcare Assistant Ward 2B Paediatricsat Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Taranaki -
Healthcare Assistant on Childrens Ward, New Plymouth Hospital, Permanent Part time 0.8 FTEA great opportunity to join an exciting enthusiastic team work with Children, young people and their families/whanau of TaranakiHealth 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 RoleWe are currently looking for multiple applicants to fill the new hours approved for HCA work.
We are open minded around hours and days worked, willing to be flexible for the right candidates. This work will mostly be within the paediatric ward but with some hours shared with the Neonatal Unit. We are recruiting to cover 12 hours a day over 7 days of the week.Both Neonatal and Paediatrics are very unique departments, the HCA role reflects this.Supporting the nursing staff and families is a primary role for the HCA, therefore we welcome applicants from compassionate and hardworking HCAs who are going be a great team fit.Please click here to view the job descriptionPlease click here to view the position descriptionAbout the Team/Service/ LocationYou would be joining our team of child health specialist providing services for children and young people of Taranaki, the role would include some duties in the Neonatal unit and primarily working in the childrens ward ,the childrens ward cares for children from birth through until 15 yrs of age.
Staff care for children experiencing a range of medical conditions ,surgeries, and acute emergencies. The role would be heavily linked in with nursing staff on the ward offering support and family centred care.For more information on living and working in Taranaki click hereAbout youPrevious experience as an HCA.Experience working with babies, children and families.A strong focus on teamwork.A passion for improving health outcomes for the tamariki of TaranakiWe are looking for an HCA that is motivated and can work autonomously, has excellent interpersonal skills as well as being able to adapt and be flexible within their work environment.
You will need to have amazing team working skills and be willing to help out where the need arises. Being flexible and dynamic is essential.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.How to ApplyTo apply please click apply now.
All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by Sunday 12 Apil. If you have any questions about the role, please contact kate.vanburgsteden@tdhb.org.nzWe will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.