## Mo tenei turanga mahi | About this role
- Christchurch Outpatients Building, Christchurch Health Campus
- 1.0FTE (40 hours a week) Fixed Term until January
- due to Parental Leave
- Shifts rostered between the hours of 7 : 30am to 5 : 30pm, Monday to Friday.Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in theprinciples of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all NewZealanders.
- About the Role
- We have a great opportunity for a Healthcare Assistant to join the team inthe Eye Outpatients.Healthcare Assistants are instrumental in providing care topatients and supporting the clinical team.
As a Healthcare Assistant you willassist nursing staff with patient cares whilst maintaining a safe and cleanwork environment on the ward.You will be involved in :
Vision assessmentsVision assessmentsAssisting with minor proceduresTechnical scans and photosGeneral hospital aide / ophthalmic dutiesThis is a great role for those who are interested in eyes orhave worked in an eye field.About the ServiceThe Eye Clinic is a very busy and demanding service that isstaffed by a dedicated team of Healthcare Assistants, Nurses, Orthoptists,Optometrists and Technicians who work closely with our highly skilled andspecialised Ophthalmologists to meet the eye health needs of the people ofCanterbury.About youWe are seeking a Healthcare Assistant with a passion andcommitment to the delivery of high standard of care for the patients.Enthusiastic and motivated, you will have excellent communication andinterpersonal skills and enjoy working in a fast paced, forward thinking,supportive environment.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to engage wellEffective problem solving and decision-making skillsAbility to work efficiently and effectively in a multidisciplinary teamInitiative and a proactive approach to workExcellent interpersonal skills and teamworkStrong computer skills and administration experience would be an advantageIdeally experience as a Healthcare Assistant or similar roleWorking at Health New ZealandHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuringexcellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand.We embrace a workforce thatis diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand andservice our community
We welcome applications from our diverseMaori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.How to ApplyTo apply please click 'apply now.'All applicationsmust be submitted through our online careers' portal by Friday 28th November
Ifyou have any questions about the role, please contact Victoria at| Location : | Christchurch |#J-
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