Healthcare Assistant - Perioperative

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora; Whakatāne; On-site; NZD 41,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Subsidised onsite gym membership

Onsite parking

Discounted goods

Job summary

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora in Whakatāne Hospital is seeking a Health Care Assistant for the perioperative department on a permanent full-time basis. You will be part of a motivated nursing team, providing essential patient care and support in a busy surgical environment.

The successful applicant will bring a caring nature, strong communication skills and a team-oriented approach. A certificate in Health Care Assistance (Level 3 or 4) is preferred, with current healthcare experience.

Qualifications

• Current experience working as an HCA in a health care setting or related health care service.
• Caring nature and good work ethic are essential.
• Certificate in Health Care Assistance Level 3 or 4 preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in perioperative patient care under a nursing team.
• Deliver compassionate, quality care in a fast-paced environment.
• Support learning and education opportunities within the team.

Skills

Caring nature

Team player

Excellent communication skills

Education

Health Care Assistant Level 3 or 4 certificate

Job description

• Permanent Full-time Position 1 FTE (40 hours per week)
• Subsidised onsite hospital gym membership + onsite parking + Discounted goods

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health systems that serves all New Zealanders.

About the Role

We currently have a permanent position available for a Health Care Assistant in the Perioperative department at Whakatane Hospital.

The successful applicant will be team player, have a positive attitude, excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Health care assistants work under the direction of a highly motivated, friendly and enthusiastic nursing team who are committed to delivering comprehensive quality care. We offer and support education opportunities.

About the Team/Service/Location

Join a high-performing team that thrives on promoting excellence and collaboration.

Based in the beautiful coastal town in the Bay of Plenty, the Perioperative Department is a hub of innovation and exceptional care, offering you the chance to grow and thrive in your career.

For more information on living and working in the Bay of Plenty click here

About you

The successful applicant will:

• Have a caring nature with a good work ethic
• Current experience working as an HCA in a health care setting or in a related health care service.
• Have a certificate in Health Care Assistance of Level 3 or 4 is preferred

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 diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled and rainbow communities.

Job details

Job Reference:

Job Reference: WHA01784

Location:

North Island - Bay of Plenty - Whakatane

Job type:

Job type: Permanent Full time

Expertise:

Clinical - Health Care Assistant - Hospital / Community - Health Care Assistant - Hospital / Community