- Waipapa Hospital, Christchurch
- 0.8FTE (32 hours a week), Permanent role
- 24/7 rotating roster. Morning, Afternoon and Nights - Monday to Sunday
About the Role
We have an exciting opportunity for you to join one of the busiest Emergency Departments in Australasia as a Healthcare Assistant.
We are looking for an engaging and friendly Healthcare Assistant to join our nursing team.
As a Healthcare Assistant you will be providing support and care to patients and whanau arriving and being treated in all areas of the Emergency Department.
You will be responsible for carrying out daily tasks within your shift and working in collaboration with colleagues. You will be supported by the nursing team with ongoing educational opportunities specific to your role.
About the Service
Based in the Waipapa building, our department is divided into functional areas and sees an average of 137,000 presentations per year.
About you
You will enjoy working as part of a multidisciplinary team, have excellent interpersonal and organisational skills, a high level of confidentiality, and the ability to work well under pressure.
- Ability to work Morning, Afternoon and Nights
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work efficiently and effectively in a multidisciplinary team
- Initiative and a proactive approach to work
- Flexible and Adaptable.
- Engaging personality with energy and enthusiasm
- Basic computer literacy
- Physically fit and be able to be on your feet for an entire shift as the role involves a lot of walking around the department.
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
To apply please click - apply now. - All applications must be submitted through our online careers - portal by Thursday 12th June. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Nila at [email protected]
