Health Care Assistant - Outpatients Department
Job Description
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role
- Based at Whakatāne hospital
- Permanent Position - 0.4 FTE
- In-house career development
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 looking for a flexible and enthusiastic Health Care Assistant for our Outpatients department. This is a permanent position 0.4 FTE
Assist in delivering high-quality care to patients attending secondary care outpatient clinics, ensuring their comfort and addressing their needs effectively. Contribute to the well-being of our community by supporting patients through their outpatient care journey.
About the Team/Service/ Location
Supporting secondary care full onsite training is provided, and you will be supported by a team of skilled enrolled and registered nurses.
About you
Recommended Skills:
- Prior experience in a healthcare setting, preferably in outpatient or secondary care environments.
- Strong commitment to delivering compassionate, patient-centred care and maintaining high standards of hygiene and safety.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective interaction with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, contributing to a positive and supportive work environment.
- Competency with te ao Māori, tikanga, and te reo Māori or a commitment to starting your journey and taking ownership of your learning and growth
- Experience in projects / initiatives which give effect to Te Tiriti principals and frameworks, and the application of Mātauranga Māori and Kaupapa Māori approaches, particularly as they apply in healthcare settings.
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.
How to Apply
To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal by 30th April 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact BP-Careers@tewhatuora.govt.nz
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.