Healthcare Assistant - General Surgery & Surgical Progressive Care Unit

Healthcare Assistant - General Surgery and Surgical Progressive Care Unit

• Ward A3, Waipapa Hospital, Christchurch
• 0.8FTE (32 hours a week), Permanent Role
• Rostered shifts - Monday to Sunday, Morning, Afternoon and Nights

Health New Zealand| Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi andis dedicated to serving all New Zealanders.

About the Role

We are looking an enthusiastic and committed Healthcare Assistant to join our team.

Healthcare Assistants are instrumental in providing care to patients and supporting the clinical team. As a Healthcare Assistant you will assist nursing staff with patient cares (including personal care and patient watch) whilst maintaining a safe and clean work environment on the ward.

About theService

Our service is a busy ward providing care for our acute general surgery patients, undergoing general surgical procedures within the ward environment and high-dependency surgical patients in our 8 bed Surgical Progressive Care Unit(SPCU).

About You

We are looking for candidates who have excellent communication skills, a positive attitude and the ability to use their initiative. You will work with a diverse multi-disciplinary team and follow a rotating roster including weekend shifts.

Working atHealth New Zealand

Health New Zealand| Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people ofNew Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that weare better positioned to understand and service our community. Wewelcome 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 Sunday 9th November . If you have any questions about the role, please contact Victoria at

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