Salary Band – $60,100- $70,358 p.a.
pro-rata + KiwiSaverPermanent 0.4FTE (16 hours per week) positionCompetitive salary + paid overtimeHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders.
Through integration and collaboration, we're building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whanau-centred care, and excellence.About the RoleAs a Health Care Assistant, you will be involved in:Supporting our nurses and other members of the healthcare teamPatient supervision and/or movementWard maintenancePatient cares, as requiredBecoming a Healthcare Assistant in the health sector is a great opportunity to:Use your caring and empathetic nature in your workReceive on-the-job training and supportGain a NZQA Level 3 certificate (Health and Wellbeing for Hospitals and Health Sector)Fees are fully fundedAbout the Team/Service/LocationHealth New Zealand Te Whatu Ora - Southern has the largest geographical coverage of all the New Zealand regions, providing services to 350,000 people in diverse communities.
We take pride in all the services we provide, and our aim is to improve, promote, and protect the health of our region.
We believe that our dedicated and passionate staff are a significant driving force behind the achievement of these standards, and we need more like-minded people to help us continue providing for our community.About YouWe are seeking applications from those with previous health care experience, as well as from those who are dynamic, friendly, and can demonstrate a high level of initiative.
You will be committed to high standards of practice, be well organized, and have excellent communication skills.It is important that candidates are motivated, flexible, have a level of maturity, and, of course, plenty of enthusiasm.
Our induction includes a two-day training programme to ensure you are fully equipped to undertake the role as a valuable part of the team.Our ideal candidate will have:Experience working with people in a caring capacityThe right to work in New Zealand to apply for this positionCompetency with te ao Maori, tikanga, and te reo Maori or a commitment to starting your journey and taking ownership of your learning and growthExperience in projects/initiatives which give effect to Te Tiriti principles and frameworks, and the application of Matauranga Maori and Kaupapa Maori approaches, particularly as they apply in healthcare settingsHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is 'the weaving of wellness'.
We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand.
The Equity Work Programme at Health NZ focuses on helping everyone in the health system think about equity when they do their work.
It also promotes the cultural change needed for the whole system to reach equity in health outcomes.Our people are at the heart of everything we do.
Health New Zealand is committed to being good employers and honoring our equal employment opportunity obligations.Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and InclusionWe want to see the real you in your application and welcome the real you on board if you come and work with us.
Skills are gained across many areas of our life, not just in formal employment.
If you can demonstrate the skills listed in the ad, but the experience was gained through whanau life, community, or mahi aroha (volunteering), we encourage you to apply and share your story with us in your cover letter.We particularly welcome applications from our diverse Maori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.Salary RangeThis role is covered by the terms and conditions of the NZNO/Te Whatu Ora, and the salary will be in accordance with the Health Care Assistant Pay Scale, between $60,100 and $70,358 p.a.
depending on relevant experience.How to ApplyTo 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 07 February 2025.
If you have any questions about the role, please contact Mikayla Hamilton at ****** note, we will be reviewing applications when received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advert.
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