Health Care Assistant – Oncology Southland Hospital Salary Band – $58,100 - $68,300 p.a. pro-rata + Kiwisaver + carpark Career development opportunities Permanent position 0.25FTE (20 hours per fortnight) – get that work/life balance! Competitive salary This is a vibrant and dynamic ward that meets the needs of patients presenting with a full range of acute medical conditions. We pride ourselves on having a strong focus on customer service, and its success is reliant on effective communication and teamwork. Mo te turanga | About the role As a Health Care Assistant, you will be involved in: Supporting our nurses and other members of the healthcare team Patient supervision and/or movement Stock reconciliation Ward maintenance Patient cares, as required Patient watch, with one on one as required Becoming a Healthcare assistant in the health sector is a great opportunity to: Use your caring and empathetic nature in your work Receive on the job training and support Gain a NZQA Level 2 or Level 3 certificate (Health and Wellbeing for Hospitals and Health Sector) Fees are fully funded Mou ake | About you We are seeking applications from those with previous health care experience, and 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 organised and have excellent communication skills. It is important that candidates are motivated, flexible, have a level of maturity about them and of course plenty of enthusiasm. Experience working with people in a caring capacity is also essential, whether than experience is gained from within a professional environment, or from caring for children or family members. Our induction includes a two-day training programme to ensure you are fully equipped to under the role as a valuable part of the team. You must have the right to work in New Zealand to apply for this position. Painga | Benefits Continuous support for career development Subsidised gym membership and discounted health insurance Free on-site parking Uniform Short work commutes – only 10-15 minutes' drive to work from anywhere in the city Access to discounted staff holiday accommodation in Te Anau and Central Otago Access to a range of retail and entertainment discounts Discounted rates available with local Childcare provider Affordable housing and beautiful scenery Mo matou | About us Sick of long commutes to work? - Southland Hospital is located within a 10 - 15 minute drive from anywhere in Invercargill and offers free car parking on site for staff. Our hospital is a modern, secondary level 4 base hospital offering an innovative and progressive working environment. Small and intimate enough to get to know not only your colleagues, but your patients in particular. Here you will enjoy a clinically challenging and rewarding job combined with a relaxed and satisfying lifestyle. Now is a great time to re-locate to Southland if you were considering the move. Southland offers the benefits of excellent amenities, first class primary through to tertiary education, affordable housing, and outstanding recreational opportunities. Whether it's the outdoors - kayaking or sailing; skiing, hunting, or fishing; or theatre, live-music or art or shopping and dining out – there's literally something for everyone. Check out Discover Invercargill for what we can offer you and your whanau. Join Te Whatu Ora and Te Aka Whai Ora as we embark on a historic collaboration to transform healthcare for all whanau across Aotearoa, New Zealand. Together, we're passionate about creating a modern, integrated health system that honours the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and prioritises health equity for Maori, whanau, and every community. Be part of this journey and contribute to a brighter, healthier future for all generations to come. Utu whanui | Salary range This role belongs to the Te Whatu Ora/NZNO Collective Agreement and falls between Step 1 ($58,100 p.a. pro-rata) and Step 5 ($68,309 p.a. pro-rata) of the Health Care Assistant Salary Scale. Ra monehu |
