Health Care Assistant - Gastroenterology

Health Care Assistant Hawkes Bay Fallen Soldiers Hospital

• Permanent, Part-Time 64 hours per fortnight (0.8 FTE)
• Join a friendly, supportive specialty team where your contribution directly enhances patient comfort, safety and overall experience within the Gastroenterology Service.

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

As a Health Care Assistant in the Gastroenterology Department, you will support the nursing and multidisciplinary team by providing essential clinical, clerical and technical assistance. Your day will be varied - from helping ensure patients feel comfortable and supported, to preparing equipment, managing supplies, assisting with delegated tasks once trained, and maintaining accurate documentation.

You will uphold patient privacy, treat everyone with dignity and respect, and play a key role in keeping the department running smoothly. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys teamwork, takes initiative, and is motivated to learn and develop in a busy specialty environment.

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About the Team/Service/ Location

The Gastroenterology Service at Hawkes Bay Fallen Soldier Memorial Hospital provides specialist assessment, treatment and procedures for patients with a range of gastrointestinal conditions. Youll work closely with nurses, medical staff, allied health and administrative colleagues in a fastpaced, supportive setting that prioritises highquality, patientcentred care.

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About you

You are caring, reliable and committed to supporting patients and staff. You will have:

• Experience in a caregiving or support role.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Respectful, patientfocused approach, with strong attention to confidentiality.
• Initiative, adaptability and willingness to learn.
• Understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and commitment to culturally safe, equitable care.

Desired:

• NZ Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (Level 2 or 3).
• Experience applying Te Tiriti o Waitangi in practice.

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 Maori, 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 7th April 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Kerrin Bennett Kerrin.Bennett@hbdhb.govt.nz

We 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.

This position is open exclusively to Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora staff only.