Health Care Assistant - Ward A3 - Specialist Surgery

Waikatodhbnewsroom; Hastings; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a dedicated Health Care Assistant for their Specialist Surgery Ward. This part-time position involves providing essential patient care, supporting mobility, and ensuring a safe environment. Ideal candidates will have experience in a healthcare setting and a Level 3 Certificate in Health & Wellbeing. Joining a collaborative team, you'll make a meaningful impact while enjoying the beauty of Hawke's Bay.

Benefits

Job Security & Growth

Qualifications

• Experience as a Health Care Assistant, ideally in a hospital.
• Understanding of manual handling equipment.
• Reliable and professional attitude with good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care to patients and support with mobility.
• Monitor and record basic observations.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment.

Skills

Communication

Manual Handling

Infection Control

Education

Level 3 Certificate in Health & Wellbeing

Job description

Health Care Assistant - Ward A3 - Specialist Surgery

• Permanent, Part-time 48 hour’s per fortnight (0.6 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

As a Health Care Assistant in our Specialist Surgery Ward, you will play an essential role in supporting patients and the wider healthcare team. Your daily responsibilities will include providing personal care to patients, supporting with mobility and transfers, monitoring and recording basic observations, and maintaining a clean and safe environment.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in a fast-paced surgical ward. You'll work closely with Registered Nurses and other health professionals, gaining valuable experience in a supportive team environment that values compassion, teamwork, and patient-centred care.

About the Team/Service/ Location

Our Specialist Surgery Ward cares for patients undergoing complex surgical procedures across multiple specialties. Our team is experienced, collaborative, and passionate about providing the highest standard of care.

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

As a Health Care Assistant, you will bring:

• Recent experience working as a Health Care Assistant, ideally within a hospital or surgical environment
• A Level 3 Certificate in Health & Wellbeing (or a commitment to complete this training)
• A good understanding of manual handling equipment and infection control practices
• A caring, reliable, and professional attitude with excellent communication skills
• The ability to work well as part of a multidisciplinary team and follow instructions with confidence and maturity

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 Māori, 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 Cheryl Hennah via email on [e-mail]

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

Job details

Job Reference:

Job Reference: HAW08725

Location:

North Island - Hawkes Bay - Hastings

Job type:

Expertise:

Clinical - Health Care Assistant - Hospital / Community - Health Care Assistant - Hospital / Community