Health & Clinical Support Workers

Te Nikau Hospital, Greymouth, West Coast1 positions available

• 0.75FTE (30 hours per week) Hours of work negotiable between 8:00
• 16:30, Monday
• FridayPermanent part- time Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in theprinciples of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all NewZealanders.

• re building a healthsystem underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care,and excellence.About the roleThe Allied Health Assistant/Kaiāwhina is responsible for providingsupport to the Te Whatu Ora Te Tai o Poutini Allied Health Service indelivering effective, efficient and quality patient focused therapeutic carewithin the inpatient, outpatient and community settings.

Experience for this role is not essential, however you should becommitted to completing your Certificate inHealth and Wellbeing (Health Assistant) (Level 3) within 24 months of starting.Specifically, therole is responsible forProvision of delegated supervision of individual orgroup exercise programmes / activities for patients of all agesProvision of a level of service that supportspatients to attain a maximum level of independence in their own environmentEffective liaison with delegating Registered HealthProfessionals (Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Social Work, Dietetics,Speech Language Therapy) and all other relevant Health Professionals, outsideAgencies and others involved in the care of the patientsProvision of appropriate education Whanau /Families, Carers and Guardians of these patients as required, including thesafe and correct use of equipmentIn this role you will be required to work within the community setting, with the occasional day in Westport or HokitikaCommitment to flexible & friendly customerservice and patient advocacyAbout theTeam/Service/ LocationOur West Coast Allied HealthTeam includes Allied Health Assistants/Kaiāwhina, Dietetics, Music Therapy,National Travel Assistance Coordination, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy,Social Work and Speech Language Therapy.

We are based out of Westport,Greymouth and Hokitika and deliver assessment and intervention within inpatient, outpatient and community settings covering the WestCoast from Karamea to Haast.About youWe are seeking an enthusiastic team member to join us in this permanent role.

The successful applicant will demonstrate the following skills/ experience:Essential: NCEA level 1-2 or equivalent (required passesin English and Math)Current NZ working rightsCertificate in Health and Wellbeing (Health Assistant) (Level 3) (or tobe completed within 24 months of commencement)Intermediate user in Microsoft Suite (e.g.

• licenceExcellent communication
• listening, verbal and writtenProven ability maintain confidentiality and use discretionProven ability to work autonomously as well as within a teamBe able to work under pressure, prioritise workloads and meet deadlinesCommitment to ongoing self-development and Allied Health servicedevelopmentDesirable:Experience working within the New Zealand Health systemExperience working in rural communityExperience working in an Interdisciplinary teamExperience in customer care / serviceKnowledge of all relevant legislation and standards Join our team today and help us make a positive impact on thelives of our patients and clients!Working for Health New ZealandHealthNew Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is 'the weaving of wellnesses'.

We're dedicated toensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand.

• applynow - on our careers page.

If you haveany questions about the role, please contact Alex Jay at Alexandra.jay@tewhatuora.govt.nz