Emergency Department Health Care Assistant - Part-Time

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Te Matau a Māui Hawke's Bay; Hawke's Bay; On-site; NZD 42,000 - 54,000; Part time

Job summary

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Hawkes Bay is seeking a Health Care Assistant to support the Emergency Department team in a busy hospital environment. The role offers permanent Part-time (0.6 FTE) with 48 hours per fortnight, based in Hastings, Hawke's Bay, working alongside a multidisciplinary team to deliver safe, compassionate patient care.

You will assist with delegated patient care, support comfort and wellbeing, maintain equipment and supplies, and help ensure smooth department

Qualifications

• New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing Level 3 Health Assistance, currently enrolled, or willing to commence study within 12 months of employment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to patient safety, quality improvement, and professional practice.
• Adaptable, reliable, and able to work effectively in a fast paced clinical environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with delegated patient care activities.
• Support patient comfort and wellbeing.
• Maintain equipment and supplies.
• Contribute to the smooth running of the Emergency Department.

Education

New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing Level 3 Health Assistance

Job description

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Hawkes Bay is seeking a Health Care Assistant to support the Emergency Department team in a busy hospital environment. The role offers permanent Part-time (0.6 FTE) with 48 hours per fortnight, based in Hastings, Hawke's Bay, working alongside a multidisciplinary team to deliver safe, compassionate patient care.

You will assist with delegated patient care, support comfort and wellbeing, maintain equipment and supplies, and help ensure smooth department