Clinical Assistant Radiology

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora - Waikato; Hamilton; On-site; NZD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Health New Zealand – Te Whatu Ora – Waikato in Hamilton is seeking a Clinical Assistant to support patient care under the guidance of our clinical team. The role focuses on smooth, efficient hospital operations and direct patient well-being.

Key responsibilities include assisting with transfers, stock management, patient positioning, setting up clinical equipment, managing bookings, and safe manual handling. A collaborative, proactive approach is valued in this fast-paced Radiology environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to think on your feet and move fast.
• Healthcare experience desired not required
• Takes initiative. Works independently and is self-motivated
• Good with people and thrives on providing great patient care
• Able to take direction and work within a team

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient transfers throughout the hospital
• Maintain stock levels and ensure supplies are readily available
• Support patient sliding and positioning with care and respect
• Set up and prepare clinical equipment for procedures
• Manage patient bookings and scheduling tasks
• Perform manual handling duties safely and confidently

Skills

Patient care

Teamwork

Communication

Initiative

Job description

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Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora - Waikato – Hamilton, North Island

Full time, Permanent

No experience required

18h ago , from Waikato District Health Board

• Permanent Fulltime and Part-time positions
• Rotating Roster

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 Clinical Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting patient care under the guidance of our clinical team. Your contribution will help ensure that our healthcare environment runs smoothly and efficiently, directly impacting the well-being of our patients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with patient transfers throughout the hospital
• Maintain stock levels and ensure supplies are readily available
• Support patient sliding and positioning with care and respect
• Set up and prepare clinical equipment for procedures
• Manage patient bookings and scheduling tasks
• Perform manual handling duties safely and confidently

Your proactive approach and commitment to teamwork will be highly valued in this fast-paced environment.

About the Team/Service

The Radiology department at Waikato Hospital is committed to growing our service to meet growing demands. We are also focused on creating a positive culture and great work environment for all our staff.

About you

The following skills are required to be considered for this role:

• The ability to think on your feet and move fast
• Previous Healthcare experience desired not required
• Takes initiative. Works independently and is self-motivated
• Good with people and thrives on providing great patient care
• Able to take direction and work within a team

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.