Clinical Assistant

CardioScan; New Plymouth; On-site; NZD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured training in sleep diagnoses

Exposure to CPAP therapy

Opportunities for career development

Job summary

CardioScan New Plymouth is seeking a Clinical Assistant to support sleep and cardiac diagnostic services in New Plymouth. This part-time role offers direct patient interaction and opportunities to develop skills in diagnostic devices, sleep studies, ECGs and vital signs.

You'll work with experienced clinicians, receive structured training in CPAP management, and contribute to a positive patient experience across the healthcare journey.

Qualifications

• Healthcare qualification (HCA, EMT or Allied Health) required.
• 2–3 years of experience in a healthcare, clinical or patient-facing environment.
• Strong communication with patients, clinicians and healthcare professionals.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow clinical processes.
• Comfort with learning new diagnostic equipment.
• Able to deliver compassionate, patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Fit and download diagnostic devices for sleep and cardiac studies.
• Assist with sleep studies and ECGs.
• Record vital signs and monitor patient comfort throughout the visit.
• Help ensure an exceptional patient experience.

Skills

Patient care interactions

Attention to detail

Communication with clinicians

Willingness to learn new tech

Education

Healthcare qualification (HCA/EMT/Allied Health)

Tools

Diagnostic devices

Job description

Are you passionate about patient care and looking for a hands-on clinical role where you can make a real difference?

Role: Clinical Assistant (Sleep & Diagnostics)

Location: New Plymouth, NZ

Employment Type: Part-Time | 18-20 Hours per Week

The Role

We're looking for a Clinical Assistant to join our growing New Plymouth team and support the delivery of our sleep and cardiac diagnostic services. This is an ideal opportunity for a Healthcare Assistant (HCA), Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Allied Health Assistant, or similar healthcare professional who enjoys working directly with patients and wants to build their skills within a specialised diagnostic environment.

Supporting our clinicians and patients, you'll play a key role in fitting and downloading diagnostic devices, assisting with sleep studies, conducting ECGs, recording vital signs, and helping ensure patients receive an exceptional experience throughout their healthcare journey.

What's in it for you

• An opportunity to join a fast-growing global healthcare and diagnostics organisation
• A varied and hands-on role with direct patient interaction
• Exposure to sleep diagnostics, CPAP therapy and cardiac monitoring services
• Structured training and development in sleep diagnostics and CPAP management
• The opportunity to work closely with experienced clinicians and specialists
• A supportive and collaborative team environment
• Ongoing learning and career development opportunities
• The chance to contribute to meaningful healthcare outcomes for patients every day

Who we're looking for

• Holds a qualification as a Healthcare Assistant (HCA), Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Allied Health Assistant or similar healthcare qualification
• Has 2-3 years' experience in a healthcare, clinical or patient-facing environment
• Enjoys working directly with patients and providing compassionate care
• Is confident communicating with patients, clinicians and healthcare professionals
• Has strong attention to detail and can accurately follow clinical processes
• Is comfortable learning new technology and diagnostic equipment
• Takes pride in delivering an exceptional patient experience
• Is reliable, organised and able to work independently when required

Experience in sleep services, CPAP therapy, ECGs, Holter monitoring or specialist healthcare settings will be highly regarded.

Why CardioScan

We're a Fast-growing Global Diagnostics Company Helping Healthcare Professionals Deliver Earlier, More Accurate Diagnoses For Patients With Heart, Lung And Sleep-related Conditions. Joining Us Means

• A front-row seat to growth within a global healthcare and MedTech organisation
• Ongoing investment in your professional development
• Structured training in CPAP management and sleep diagnostics
• Opportunities to broaden your clinical skills and grow with the business
• Quarterly awards, birthday leave and a global Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• A supportive culture that values wellbeing, development and collaboration
• Company and team events where we celebrate success together

CardioScan Aotearoa is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce.