Healthcare Assistant - General Surgical/Urology Wardat Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Southern - - Alexandra

Salary band - $60,000 - $70,000 p.a pro-rata and KiwiSaverDunedin Hospital0.8 FTE/64 hours per fortnightPermanent vacancyHealth 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 roleIn this important role, you will help with a range of direct and non-direct patient care tasks under the direction of a Registered Nurse and maintain the department environment to ensure efficient and effective functioning.This includes the following:Patient watch/supervision and/or movement with one-on-one careRestocking and setting up of equipmentGeneral department housekeepingSupporting our nurses and other members of the healthcare teamClerical duties as requiredStock reconciliationPlease note: this role does not qualify for visa sponsorshipView position descriptionAbout usTe Whatu Ora - Southern has the largest geographical coverage of all the New Zealand regions, providing services to 350,000 people in diverse communities.

We take pride in all the services we provide, and our aim is to improve, promote and protect the health of our region. We believe that our dedicated and passionate staff are a significant driving force behind the achievement of these standards, and we need more like-minded people to help us continue providing for our community.About you:Must hold working rights in New ZealandWell organised, with a positive can do attitude and be able to communicate clearly and openlyMust be able to take direction from a variety of staffExperience working with people from a health setting will be advantageousWorking for 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.Salary rangeThis role is covered by the terms and conditions of the NZNO CEA and the salary will be in accordance with the Healthcare Assistant Pay Scale, between Step 1 $60,100 and Step 5 $70,358 p.a pro-rata dependant on relevant experience.How to applyTo apply please click 'apply now'.

All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by Tuesday, 20 May 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Ben Kingsbury ben.kingsbury@tewhatuora.govt.nzWe will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.We only accept online applications. Please apply via our website: https://careers.southernhealth.nz/