[ref. h5141601] Health Care Assistant - Hospital / Community - Whangarei
Outpatients Department, Kaitaia HospitalPermanent, full time role (1.0FTE) working 40 hours per week on rostered shiftsFull training and support providedHealth 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 RoleAs a Health Care Assistant, you will work alongside your colleagues to provide assistance to patients to meet their needs of daily living, comfort and safety needs.
Working under the direction and delegation of Nursing and Midwifery, this role contributes to supporting safe care for patients and whanau by assisting with delegated activities and supporting the maintenance of a safe, pleasant, functional environment as part of the healthcare delivery team.Tasks included:Assistance with meals and drinks serviceAnswering patient call bells and reporting to the supervising Nurse any patient requirements that fall outside of support functionsHygiene, toileting, dressing, eating/drinking and mobilisation assistance as directedChecking, ordering and restocking of suppliesMaintenance and cleaning of sluice room and treatment areasAssistance with bed making, assembling patient bed spaces for admission and dischargeCleaning and maintenance of equipmentPerforming reception and greeting functions in a professional mannerUse communication skills (verbal and non verbal) to establish and maintain effective relationships with patients and the health care teamThis role is based in our Outpatients Department at Kaitaia Hospital.
The hours of work include participation on weekend/after-hours and Statutory Holiday rosters.Click here to view the position description.About the Team/Service/LocationKaitaia Hospital is Health New Zealands northernmost hospital. It is a general hospital serving a widely scattered population.The 20 bed hospital has a general ward, maternity and emergency ward with all the supporting services, and provides a substantial community health service.For more information on living and working in Northland click hereAbout youWe are looking someone who is physically fit to assist with lifting/moving patients and equipment.
You will need to have an excellent standard of written and oral English language.Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and OutlookDemonstrated ability to organise workload and manage time effectivelyCompetency with te ao Māori, tikanga, and te reo Māori or a commitment to starting your journey and taking ownership of your learning and growthWorking 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 17, September 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact the Recruitment Team on NL-jobs@TeWhatuOra.govt.nzWe will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.