Health Care Assistant, Scott Dialysis Unit

Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand; Auckland; On-site; NZD 50,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Health NZ Counties Manukau is seeking a Health Care Assistant for the Scott Dialysis Unit at Middlemore Hospital in Auckland. You will support nurses in delivering renal care and assist with patient needs in a fast-paced unit.

The role requires 2+ years HCA experience in New Zealand and relevant NZ certificates. This is a full-time, rostered shifts position with opportunities for ongoing education and professional development.

Qualifications

• NZ Health Care Assistant certs required or equivalent.
• 2+ years HCA experience preferred in NZ.
• Experience in dialysis or renal care is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist registered nurses with daily patient care tasks.
• Support patient routines, bathing, feeding and mobility.
• Communicate with patients and families; maintain accurate records.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Patient care

Education

NZ Level 4 Health Care Assistant certificate

NZ Level 3 Health Care Assistant certificate

Job description

Health Care Assistant, Scott Dialysis Unit

• Middlemore Hospital, Full Time PermanentRole Available
• High performing, multi-disciplinary team
• Rostered shifts

Our Organisation:

Health NZ Counties Manukau is a dynamic and progressive organisation at the forefront of innovative health care delivery within the New Zealand Public Health Sector. We continue to work with others to achieve equity in key health indicators for Maaori, Pacific and communities with health disparities and will continue to develop and implement plans, based on local needs to improve the health and wellbeing of Counties Manukau region. Our main sites are Middlemore Hospital, Kidz First Hospital and Manukau Health Park.

We are part of Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora, the overarching organisation for New Zealands national health service. HNZ leads the day-to-day running of the health system, with functions delivered at local, district, regional and national levels.

About the role: At Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora Counties Manukau, an amazing opportunity as a Health Care Assistant is waiting for you in our Scott Dialysis Unit, based at Middlemore Hospital. This unit provides specialised renal care for patients in our community.

Health Care Assistants are our RNs right hand people. Assisting them with day-to-day tasks of caring for our patients, this is a unique opportunity for you to contribute to our vision of delivering quality patient care.

The successful applicant will get the opportunity to work with different patients and families supporting the nurses. As aHealth Care Assistantyou will be required to provide clinical care to our patients. Our new team member must also be highly organised, able to prioritise, have excellent interpersonal skills and enjoy building relationships with our patients.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a progressive organisation committed to excellence in healthcare
• Engage with a diverse community and enhance your nursing practice
• Access to ongoing education and training opportunities
• 2+ years Health Care Assistant experience in New Zealand
• Level 4 NZ Health Care Assistant certificate with 1+ years HCA experience in New Zealand
• or NZ Level 3 Health Care Assistant certificate with 2+ years HCA experienceor equivalent (to be assessed) in New Zealand

Due to the high number of applications we receive for these entry-level roles, we are currently only inviting candidates with NZ or Australian Citizenship or Permanent Residency to apply for this role.

Applications Close: 30 October 2026

Job Number: CMH202515887

Job details

Job Reference:

Job Reference: CMH202515887

Location:

North Island - Auckland - South & East Auckland