Perioperative Assistant

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

This is a challenging role with a busy and changing workload that involves assisting with delegated patient care / transfers, cleaning, housekeeping, operation set-ups and restocking.

This is a casual position working 0 - 80 hours per fortnight, as and when required. Applicants must be available at short notice. To be eligible to apply for this position you must be a NZ citizen, or have a resident or permanent visa status.

About you

While experience in a hospital setting is an advantage we will support the successful applicant with dedicated training in the work that our Perioperative Assistants undertake.

About our team

Perioperative Services (Operating Theatres, CSSD and Day Procedure Unit) manages acute and elective surgical and medical procedures.

We challenge ourselves to be innovative and bold, while always prioritising quality, safe and improved care to support the Wairarapa to be well.

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 5pm, 15th October 2025. If you have any questions about the role contact

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.

Job details

Job Reference :

Location : North Island - Wairarapa - Masterton

Job type : Casual

Expertise : Non-clinical - Health & Clinical Support Workers - Health & Clinical Support Workers

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