Healthcare assistant

Aotearoa New Zealand Association of Social Workers; Wellington; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Our Clinic in central Wellington is seeking a dedicated Healthcare Assistant for a fixed-term role from October 2026 to May 2027, offering up to 40 hours per week. You will work closely with nurses and doctors to provide high-quality patient care and help the clinic run safely and efficiently.

Responsibilities include assisting with minor procedures, preparing clinical rooms, maintaining cleanliness, and supporting administrative tasks while adhering to infection prevention and privacy

Qualifications

• Previous experience in healthcare or clinical support is an advantage, training will be provided for the right candidate.

Responsibilities

• Assist doctors with minor surgical procedures.
• Support nurses and doctors with patient care and clinical assessments.
• Prepare clinical rooms and ensure equipment/supplies are ready for use.
• Maintain clean and dirty utility areas, clean equipment, and manage instrument sanitiser.
• Assist with administrative tasks related to patient care.
• Follow infection prevention, health and safety, privacy, and confidentiality requirements.
• Contribute to the efficient day-to-day running of the clinic.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Professionalism

Job description

Our Clinic is seeking a dedicated and reliable Healthcare Assistant to join our busy specialist medical practice in central Wellington. This is a fixed-term position from October 2026 to May 2027, offering up to 40 hours per week. You will work closely with our nurses and doctors to provide high-quality patient care and help our clinics run safely and efficiently.

Key responsibilities

Assist doctors with minor surgical procedures.

Support nurses and doctors with patient care and clinical assessments.

Prepare clinical rooms and ensure equipment and supplies are ready for use.

Maintain clean and dirty utility areas, clean equipment, and manage the instrument sanitiser.

Assist with administrative tasks related to patient care.

Follow infection prevention, health and safety, privacy, and confidentiality requirements.

Contribute to the efficient day-to-day running of the clinic.

About you

Previous experience in a healthcare or clinical support role is an advantage, although full training will be provided for the right candidate.

A caring, calm, and professional manner with strong attention to detail.

Reliable, organised, and able to work collaboratively within a small, supportive team.

Comfortable working in a clinical environment and assisting with minor procedures.

Committed to providing excellent patient care and maintaining patient confidentiality.

Applications close on Monday, 12 October 2026.

Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in New Zealand?
• How many years' experience do you have as a Healthcare Assistant?
• How much notice are you required to give your current employer?
• How would you rate your English language skills?