Orderly

Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand; New Plymouth; On-site; NZD 42,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora in New Plymouth invites applications for the Orderly position at New Plymouth Hospital (Permanent 1.0FTE). The Orderly supports patient transport, samples, meals and other goods across the hospital, with varied shifts and 24/7 operations. Earliest start date January 2027.

Applicants should be physically able, flexible for shifts, able to work independently or in a team, and possess good interpersonal skills. Health & Safety knowledge is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Physically fit and able to handle varied shifts.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team, with good initiative.
• Strong interpersonal skills are encouraged.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety in the workplace advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assist and support within the Orderly Service, transferring patients, samples, meals and other requested goods and services across the hospital.

Skills

Health & Safety knowledge

Job description

• Orderly, New Plymouth Hospital, Permanent 1.0FTE
• An orderly is a unique position that is crucial to the running of hospital. No 2 days are the same and the job variations is second to none.
• Earliest start date January 2027

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

We are welcoming applications for the above position. To assist and provide support within our Orderly Service, here at Te Whatu Ora Taranaki.

Our Orderly Team provide an optimum service, transferring patients, samples, meals and other requested goods and services to various destinations throughout our hospital.

About the Team/Service/ Location

Our team of 30 work round the clock 24 hrs a day 7 days a week and during all stat holidays.

About you

Ideally you will need to be physically fit and able, demonstratethe flexibility required to be available for varied shifts and at times able to respond to short notice requests

You will need to be able to work independently and as part of a team, show good initiative and possess well developed interpersonal skills

Knowledge of Health & Safety in the workplace advantageous.

Do you share in our vision, our values and will ensure our patients feel supported and cared for throughout their journey with us?

Sunday 18th October 2026.

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.

Job details

Job Reference:

Job Reference: TAR07007

Location:

North Island - Taranaki - New Plymouth

Job type:

Expertise:

Non-clinical - Orderly Services - Orderly Services