Allied Health Assistant

CGR Services; Whanganui; On-site; NZD 50,000 - 63,000; Part time

Job summary

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is seeking an Allied Health Assistant to join Palmerston North Hospital for a permanent, part-time role. You’ll provide practical, patient‑centred support in people’s homes and community settings, working Friday to Sunday (8 hours per day) under the guidance of registered health professionals.

You will help with walking, daily living activities, rehabilitation programmes and equipment use, building independence for whaiora and whānau, while embracing Te Tiriti o

Qualifications

• Level 3 Health and Disability Careerforce qualification or willingness to work towards it within two years of starting.
• Effective communication and relationship-building skills.
• Basic Microsoft Office skills.
• A current, clean NZ driver’s licence.
• The ability to work confidently and safely in patients’ homes.

Responsibilities

• Walking and mobility support.
• Assistance with activities of daily living.
• Support with rehabilitation programmes and equipment use.
• Delivering care under the direction of registered health professionals.

Skills

Communication

Relationship building

Basic Microsoft Office

NZ Driver Licence

Patient home care

Education

Level 3 Health and Disability Careerforce qualification or progress toward it

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Allied Health Assistant Palmerston North Hospital Permanent – Part-time Friday – Sunday | 8 hours per day Help people get back to doing the things they love – in the place they call home. 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. Are you passionate about helping people regain independence and live well at home? Do you enjoy building meaningful relationships and seeing the difference that practical, person‑centred support can make? We are looking for a motivated and compassionate Allied Health Assistant to join our team. This is a unique opportunity to work alongside Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Nurses and the wider multidisciplinary team to support whaiora and whānau on their journey towards greater independence.

About the Role

Working as part of the team, you will provide practical, hands‑on support to whaiora in their own homes and community settings. You will use a restorative approach to help people build confidence and independence with everyday activities such as:

• Walking and mobility
• Activities of daily living
• Rehabilitation programmes
• Equipment use

Working under the direction and delegation of registered health professionals, you will help deliver individualised rehabilitation programmes and reinforce the advice, education and strategies provided by our Allied Health clinicians. You will manage your delegated caseload with increasing autonomy, while recognising when to seek support and knowing when to stop and escal…

What makes this role special

It's about more than completing tasks – it's about helping people regain their independence. You will be helping whaiora throughout their rehab journey from the beginning, potentially all the way to discharge, helping them rebuild the skills needed to manage everyday life.

About you

You're a caring, practical and reliable person who enjoys helping others achieve greater independence. You'll be confident in delivering Allied health professionals rehabilitation plans. You will communicate well with staff, whaiora and whānau, and work comfortably both independently and as part of a wider team. You'll be able to follow clinical direction, use sound judgement and recognise when to seek support. You have a commitment to culturally safe practice, Te Tiriti o Waitangi and delivering quality care is essential. You'll need

• Level 3 Health and Disability Careerforce qualification or a willingness to work towards it within two years of starting
• Effective communication and relationship‑building skills
• Basic Microsoft Office skills
• A current, clean NZ driver's licence
• The ability to work confidently and safely in patients' homes

Ideally, you'll also bring

• Experience in the health or disability sector
• Previous experience in a multidisciplinary team
• Knowledge of rehabilitation or mobility equipment, such as wheelchairs, walking frames and showering/toileting equipment
• Experience with basic ENABLE equipment

About the Location

Manawatū is known for its effortless blend of city and rural living; here you can choose your ideal lifestyle, from peaceful rural villages, to bustling townships, or city life. It's a family-friendly place that's easy to live and work, with easy access to an array of outdoor activities – beaches, ski fields, lakes, mountains, as well as fantastic mountain biking and hiking tracks. No traffic and an easy commute to work, really help a with true work‑life balance. Our fantastic central location means exploring other parts of New Zealand is easy as a drive or a short flight. We are well served with excellent schooling options, as well as two tertiary institutes – Massey University and the International Pacific College. Discover more hidden gems that Manawatū and Palmerston North have to offer here: Manawatū & Palmerston North - Visit | Live | Study | Business (manawatunz.co.nz). Check out our careers site here for more information about Palmerston North hospital. We actively encourage a life work balance and appreciate flexibility can be important, so we are open to discuss options!

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.

Allied Health Assistant • Manawatu / Whanganui, NZ