Health Care Assistant - Radiology

Hawke's Bay Fallen Soldier's Hospital, Radiology

• Permanent full-time, 80 hour's per fortnight (1 FTE)
• Job Security Growth Enjoy long-term career stability in an essential and ever-growing industry.

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

Radiology is seeking a dedicated Health Care Assistant to work across all radiology satellite sites, with a primary base in Puawananga/Orthopaedic outpatient x-ray rooms. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic healthcare team, ensuring high-quality patient care and efficient radiology services.

In this role, you will be responsible for managing the Radiology Scheduling System (RIS), monitoring ordered (not yet scheduled) work lists, scheduling outpatients, and tracking patient arrivals. You will also play a crucial part in managing patient workflow, preparing patients for imaging, assisting less mobile patients, restocking equipment and linen, and maintaining a tidy work environment.

You will work closely with Medical Imaging Technologists (Radiographers) and liaise with referring teams, clinics, and the main radiology department to ensure smooth service delivery.

About the Team/Service/ Location

The Radiology Department at Hawke's Bay Hospital provides a wide range of diagnostic and interventional imaging services, including general X-ray, CT, MRI, ultrasound, and fluoroscopy. Our team is made up of radiologists, medical imaging technologists, nurses, and HCAs who work together in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

You will be working alongside experienced and supportive colleagues, contributing to high-quality imaging services that support timely diagnosis and treatment for our patients.

Hawke's Bay offers excellent work-life balance, sun, beaches, exceptional outdoor adventures, great schools, mountains and skiing close by, wonderful food and stunning wineries, vibrant cities and plenty more to boast about. For more information on living and working in Hawke's Bay click HERE

About you

You are a compassionate, reliable, and motivated individual who enjoys working as part of a team and contributing to positive patient outcomes. You are proactive, organised, and committed to delivering high-quality care in a busy hospital environment.

You will bring:

• Previous experience as a Health Care Assistant or similar role (preferred but not essential)
• A genuine interest in patient care and healthcare services
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• The ability to work both independently and within a multidisciplinary team
• A strong commitment to infection control and health and safety practices
• Flexibility and a willingness to learn on the job

Training and support will be provided for the right candidate.

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 review the position profile, click HERE To apply please click 'apply now.' All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Angela Fuller via email on angela.fuller@hbdhb.govt.nz

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