Hawera - Wheelchair Assistant at Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Taranaki -
The role includes repairs for equipment / wheelchair funded through Enable NZ, ACC, Hospital or private customers. Repairs, maintenance can be completed at the wheelchair department, main residence or in the community.The Wheelchair Assistant will assist with the implementation of appropriate repair and review of wheelchairs under the guidance, support and/or supervision of a therapist or Wheelchair technician.
This role covers all age groups and the Taranaki region.Please click here to view the position descriptionAbout the Team/Service/ LocationHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Taranaki employs approximately 350 allied health professionals across its services, and we’re growing our inpatient physical health rehabilitation team by 60%.
You will be joining a friendly team that is diverse in skills and experience, a team that welcomes collaboration, and that values the contribution of each team member. Our team provides rehabilitation care across acute and non-acute inpatient wards as part of Allied Health, and we’re happy to support other teams to ensure their success.For more information on living and working in Taranaki click hereAbout youYou will need to have:Current New Zealand driver’s licenseGood time managementReliableSome experience in mechanics or eager to learnA commitment to achieving equitable outcomes for Maori.Computer literacy: Microsoft word, Microsoft outlook.Desired:Demonstrate ability to facilitate team working.Effective communicationWorking 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 3 August 2025.If you have any questions about the role, please contact Karien Visagie via email Karien.Visagie@tdhb.org.nzWe will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.