Health Care Assistant - Nursing Bureau

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

About the Role

Are you an experienced healthcare assistant (HCA) looking for work on a casual basis to fit around your family, study commitments or your lifestyle? Here is an opportunity for you to join our wonderful bureau team at Tauranga Hospital!

The role of the HCA is to assist the registered nurse to deliver a high standard of nursing care to patients in hospital. The position involves working under the direction of nursing teams who are committed to delivering comprehensive quality care to patients. We offer and support education opportunities.

About the Team / Service / Location

The bureau currently employs a team of casual staff who work throughout the Tauranga Hospital. Our team consists of registered nurses, enrolled nurses & healthcare assistants. Our staff are deployed to work in a variety of areas to cover planned & unplanned leave, provide support where demand is high and expertise when needed or cover in areas where recruitment needs have yet to be met.

About you

Preferred applicants will :

• have a Certificate in Health Care Assistance Level 4 (or other relevant qualification)
• have current experience working as an HCA in a health care setting or in a related health care service. You must also be entitled to work in New Zealand.
• Is self aware, empathetic and able to support people through challenging times.

We are looking for Health Care Assistants who are self-motivated, adaptable and who have a positive, can-do attitude. If this sounds like you, we invite you to apply today!

Working for 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 Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

To view the position description and / or apply for the role please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before 11 : 59pm on 22 September 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Careers at 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.