Health Care Assistant - Surgical Ward

Subsidised onsite hospital gym membership + Free Flu vaccinations + Discounted goodsHealth 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 RoleWe have a permanent part-time position available for Health Care Assistants in our Surgical Ward.

Are you passionate about helping others?

Do you want a career that truly makes a difference in people\'s lives every single day?

Embrace a rewarding role working 0.6 FTE – 24 Hours a week, which would includes working morning and afternoon shifts, including weekends and public holidays.

Our team is characterised by kindness, friendliness, and a shared motivation to achieve high-quality health outcomes for our patients and their families.About the Team / Service / LocationThe Surgical Ward in Whakatane Hospital is dedicated to delivering high quality, family centred health care.

Our team consists of compassionate skilled nurses and health care assistants who are committed to ensuring the well-being of patients, their families, and the broader community.About youThe ideal candidate should possess a Level 3 or 4 certificate in Health Care Assistance, coupled with recent experience in a healthcare setting.The successful candidate will exhibit the following : Compassion & Empathy - Strong commitment to delivering patient-focused carePhysical Stamina - This is an active, hands-on job.

You\'ll need the strength and energy to help with daily activities like moving patients and personal care.Time management - Every minute matters.

You\'ll juggle multiple tasks while ensuring top-quality careTeamwork - You\'re part of a bigger mission.

Being reliable, flexible, and supportive makes you a valued team member.Cultural Awareness - adaptability to connect effectively with clients from diverse backgrounds and culturesWorking at Health New ZealandHealth 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 Maori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.How to ApplyTo apply please click "apply now."

All applications must be submitted through our online careers\' portal by 22 October 2025.

If you have any questions about the role, please contact Careers on BP-Careers @tewhatuora.govt.nzWe will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.Job detailsJob Reference : 005005121Location : North Island - Bay of Plenty - WhakataneJob type : Expertise : Clinical - Health Care Assistant - Hospital / Community - Health Care Assistant - Hospital / Community

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