Fixed Term Health Care Assistant - Gastroenterology

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora
Hastings, Hawke's Bay
Full time
6 days ago

  • Hawke’s Bay Fallen Soldier’s Hospital, Gastroenterology
  • Fixed Term, 1 year, Full-time (80 hours per fortnight – 1.0 FTE)
  • Rewarding Career – Be part of a team that saves lives and improves health outcomes daily.

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

We have an exciting opportunity for a Health Care Assistant (HCA) to join our Gastroenterology Department at Hawke’s Bay Fallen Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital. This is a full-time fixed-term position offering 80 hours per fortnight (1.0 FTE), ideal for someone who is passionate about patient care and enjoys working in a fast-paced clinical environment.

As a valued member of our team, you will support the nursing and medical staff in delivering high-quality patient care, assisting with procedures, and contributing to the smooth running of our Gastroenterology services.

About the Team/Service/ Location

Our Gastroenterology team provides essential diagnostic and treatment services for patients with gastrointestinal and liver conditions. We are a tight-knit, professional, and welcoming team dedicated to delivering the highest standards of patient care. This role is part of our expanding service, supporting the delivery of care in our newly established procedure room.


About you

You will be someone who is:

  • Compassionate, reliable, and patient-focused
  • Experienced in a healthcare or hospital environment (preferred)
  • A strong communicator with great teamwork skills
  • Flexible, organised, and eager to support a busy clinical service
  • Enthusiastic about learning and developing in a healthcare setting

If you thrive in a collaborative environment where no two days are the same, this is the role for you.

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


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

Job details

Job Reference:
HAW09006

Location:
North Island - Hawkes Bay - Hastings


Job type:
Contract/Temp Full time

Expertise:
Clinical - All values


Closes:
13-Aug-2025
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