Health Care Assistant - Matarikiat Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Waikato -
Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Waikato Hamilton
Te Awamutu locationFixed term ending 4 January 2027Part time, 64 hours per fortnight (0.8 FTE)Rewarding Career Be part of a team that saves lives and improves health outcomes daily. 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 RoleWere looking for experienced Health Care Assistants (HCAs) to join our team to cover a parental leave till 4 January 2027 at Matariki Continuing Care. At Matariki we provide long and short-term care and recovery. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and ensuring that older residents receive the comprehensive support they need in a compassionate environment.
Want to be part of a team thats focused on delivering excellent, patient-centred care, wed love to hear from you.In this role, youll be an important part of a multidisciplinary team that supports patients with a wide range of acute medical needs.
Were looking for HCAs who are motivated, reliable, and genuinely care about making a difference to patients during what can be a challenging time.Experience in an acute or hospital setting is preferred. Youll need to be comfortable working rostered and rotating shifts, and able to stay calm and focused in a busy environment.
We provide both long-term and short-term care and recovery services, supporting older residents in a respectful, nurturing, and fast-paced environment.At Matariki, our team plays a vital role in ensuring residents receive comprehensive, person-centred care that promotes dignity, comfort, and wellbeing.
We work closely with specialist teams to provide safe, supportive, and focused care throughout each patients stay.Staff at Matariki work rostered, rotating shifts to ensure consistent 24/7 care. The team is experienced, adaptable, and committed to supporting each other in a busy but collaborative environment.
About youYou will be someone who is:Compassionate, reliable, and patient-focusedExperienced in a healthcare or hospital environment (preferred)A strong communicator with great teamwork skillsFlexible, organised, and eager to support a busy clinical serviceEnthusiastic about learning and developing in a healthcare settingIf you thrive in a collaborative environment where no two days are the same, this is the role for you.
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 online or apply via our Waikato Careers website by clicking here.All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before 11:59 pm on 30 January 2026.
About the RoleWere looking for experienced Health Care Assistants (HCAs) to join our team to cover a parental leave till 4 January 2027 at Matariki Continuing Care. At Matariki we provide long and short-term care and recovery. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and ensuring that older residents receive the comprehensive support they need in a compassionate environment.
Want to be part of a team thats focused on delivering excellent, patient-centred care, wed love to hear from you.In this role, youll be an important part of a multidisciplinary team that supports patients with a wide range of acute medical needs.
Were looking for HCAs who are motivated, reliable, and genuinely care about making a difference to patients during what can be a challenging time.Experience in an acute or hospital setting is preferred. Youll need to be comfortable working rostered and rotating shifts, and able to stay calm and focused in a busy environment.
Key responsibilities:Support patients with personal care (washing, dressing, mobility, toileting)Assist with meals and monitor fluid/food intakeHelp with patient transfers and mobility using safe techniquesKeep patient areas clean and organisedFollow infection control and safety proceduresWork closely with the nursing team to provide high-quality, compassionate careFollow infection control procedures and health and safety policiesSupport the nursing and medical teams with basic clinical tasks under supervision The salary for this position will be based on experience and in line with the NZNO Te Whatu Ora-Health New Zealand Nursing and Midwifery collective agreement.
Additional benefits include kiwisaver contributions (if eligible), shift allowances, professional development and wellness support. Click here to view the position description. About the TeamMatariki Continuing Care is seeking compassionate and dedicated individuals to join our team.We provide both long-term and short-term care and recovery services, supporting older residents in a respectful, nurturing, and fast-paced environment.At Matariki, our team plays a vital role in ensuring residents receive comprehensive, person-centred care that promotes dignity, comfort, and wellbeing.
We work closely with specialist teams to provide safe, supportive, and focused care throughout each patients stay.Staff at Matariki work rostered, rotating shifts to ensure consistent 24/7 care. The team is experienced, adaptable, and committed to supporting each other in a busy but collaborative environment.
About youYou will be someone who is:Compassionate, reliable, and patient-focusedExperienced in a healthcare or hospital environment (preferred)A strong communicator with great teamwork skillsFlexible, organised, and eager to support a busy clinical serviceEnthusiastic about learning and developing in a healthcare settingIf you thrive in a collaborative environment where no two days are the same, this is the role for you.
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 online or apply via our Waikato Careers website by clicking here.All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before 11:59 pm on 30 January 2026.
If you have any questions about the role, please contact Rachael Devey at Rachael.Devey@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advert.
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