Health Care Assistant - Hospital / Community - Dargaville - ref. j2274023
About the RoleWorking under the direction and delegation of Nursing and Midwifery, the Health Care Assistant role contributes to supporting safe patient/tūroro/tangata whai ora care for patients/tūroro/tangata whai ora and whanau by assisting with delegated activities and supporting the maintenance of a safe, pleasant, functional environment as part of the healthcare delivery team.The primary purpose of the role is to work alongside your MOPD colleagues to support the delivery of patient/tūroro/tangata whai ora care, maintaining a safe, pleasant and functional environment.
About the Team/Service/LocationOur team of Cardiac Sonographers work within the Cardiology Service to provide non-invasive heart imaging (echocardiograms) to both inpatients and outpatients. Whilst predominantly located at Whangarei Base Hospital our team of Sonographers service our Northland rural sites, including using the Mobile Diagnostic Van to bring this valuable service to the community.For more information on living and working in Northland, click here About youAt least 3 years secondary schoolingProficiency in reading, speaking and writing EnglishBasic computer skillsAbility to meet the physical demands of the roleGood communication and interpersonal skillsWhilst not essential, prior experience in healthcare, a certificate in Health and Wellbeing and a full driver's licence is advantageous 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 11th May 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Olivia Matthews at NL-jobs@tewhatuora.govt.nz.We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.