Rotorua - Health Care Assistant - Hospital / Community
About the RoleAn exciting opportunity has become available to work as a Health Care Assistant and join our passionate and multi-disciplinary team in the Surgical Unit at Te Whatu Ora Lakes.This position is rostered shifts Monday to Sunday with a high percentage of night shiftsAre you caring?
Hard working? Committed to quality patient care? If you are, we are looking for a Health Care Assistant to work alongside our nurses on the Surgical Unit.The Surgical Unit is very busy but the team is dedication and fun to work with!People with previous experience are encouraged to apply.
About the Team/Service/ LocationHealth New Zealand |Te Whatu Ora Lakes provides healthcare from its two modern and progressive general hospitals in Rotorua and Taupo, New Zealand. The Lakes district is becoming the lifestyle destination of choice and is well known for its many outdoor recreational activities, family friendly beaches, and a growing multi-cultural community.
Working at Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora Lakes provides a great opportunity to balance an amazing lifestyle with a rewarding professional experience.As well as a supportive, inclusive and diverse work environment, Health New Zealand |Te Whatu Ora Lakes offer competitive salary, free staff parking, fee flu vaccination, discounts (with local businesses), and access to Employee Assistance Program.For more information on living and working in Rotorua and Taupo click here About youEffective communication and interpersonal skillsFlexibility and the ability to adjust to changing needs and prioritiesSelf motivation and initiativeHonesty, reliability and confidentialityThe ability to work in a team environment and maintain a calm disposition under pressure The ability to accept direction and delegation and to seek assistanceIdeally have experience in a health care setting or related health or consumer focused service e.g. hospitalityIdeally have experience with companion care Click here for Position DescriptionClick here for Collective Agreement (if applicable) 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 before end of posting date.If you have any questions about the role, please contact vacancy@lakesdhb.govt.nz. The selection process starts from the date of advertising. Due to the fast-paced nature of our roles, the vacancy close date may be subject to change.