Pediatric Care Assistant

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 28,000 - 50,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible remote work

Part-time role

Telehealth training

Professional development

Meaningful impact

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a compassionate Pediatric Care Assistant to provide remote support for children and families in Queenstown and surrounding areas. You will conduct video consultations, monitor development, and guide families through age-appropriate activities.

The role emphasizes strong communication, empathy, and comfort with telehealth tools. You will maintain confidential records and collaborate with families to support health and developmental milestones.

Qualifications

• Qualification in nursing (paediatrics) or related field.
• Experience in pediatric care or early childhood support.
• Proficient with video conferencing and digital tools.
• Strong communication, empathy, and active listening skills.
• Able to work independently in a remote setting.

Responsibilities

• Conduct remote check-ins and consultations with families to assess child well-being and development.
• Provide guidance to parents on activities, nutrition, and care.
• Monitor progress and escalate concerns when needed.
• Offer emotional support and practical advice to families navigating childcare.
• Maintain confidential records of remote interactions and assessments.

Skills

Pediatrics nursing

Early childhood

Video conferencing

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Pediatric nursing qualification

Early childhood development qualification

Tools

Video conferencing tools

Digital platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a compassionate and reliable Pediatric Care Assistant to provide remote support and monitoring services for children and their families. This role involves engaging with families via video calls, providing guidance on developmental milestones, offering support for early learning activities, and monitoring child well-being remotely. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in pediatric care or early childhood development and be comfortable using technology to deliver services. This is a unique opportunity to impact children's lives positively from a distance, supporting families in Queenstown, Eastern Cape and surrounding areas through dedicated remote assistance.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct remote check-ins and consultations with families to assess child well-being and development.
• Provide guidance and support to parents on age-appropriate activities, nutrition, and general care.
• Monitor children's progress and identify any potential developmental concerns, escalating as necessary.
• Offer emotional support and practical advice to families navigating the challenges of childcare.
• Maintain accurate and confidential records of all remote interactions and assessments.

Requirements

• Qualification in Nursing (Paediatrics), Early Childhood Development, or a related health/childcare field.
• Experience in pediatric care or early childhood support.
• Proficiency with video conferencing tools and digital communication platforms.
• Excellent communication, empathy, and active listening skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Competitive part-time salary.
• Flexible remote working arrangements.
• Opportunity to specialize in pediatric remote care.
• Professional development and training in telehealth practices.
• Meaningful work impacting children's health and development.