Healthcare Assistant - Acute Services

Contract: Permanent, part time positions

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 role

Acute Service is a fast paced environment that supports those in the acute phase of illness and injury. We are looking for Healthcare Assistants to join our busy and dedicated team at Wairarapa Hospital wanting to make a difference to our patients and their Whanau in Acute Services.

If you are a caring and patient focused Healthcare Assistant interested in working in Acute Services we want to hear from you. Experience as a Healthcare Assistant is an advantage and we will support the successful applicant with training in the requirements of a hospital setting.

We have a permanent Part-time positions available, rostered rotating shifts.

About you

Experience working in a clinical hospital setting for a minimum of one year is essential. You will be required to work under the direction and delegation of a Registered Nurse. Communication skills are imperative between staff, patient and whanau and consideration will be given to those applying who can demonstrate this attribute.

The successful applicants will need to be physically fit and emotionally mature to manage the need within the department. It is also vital that the successful applicants are able to deliver that care with empathy and a patient focus.

Working at Health New Zealand

Health 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 Maori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

To apply please click "apply now." All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal by 11.59pm, 14 September 2025 . If you have any questions about the role, please contact leeann.campbell@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.