Health Care Assistant

3 days ago

Rotorua, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand Health New Zealand - Lakes Full time
Job Description - Health Care Assistant - Outpatients (ROT03424)

Vacancy No: ROT03424
  • Health Care Assistant, Outpatients Department, Rotorua Hospital.
  • Permanent Part-time at 0.9 FTE
  • Monday to Friday 0730 – 1600 hours (with alternating Fridays)
  • Great opportunity to work with a fun and energetic team on a busy floor, and feel satisfied that your daily tasks make a positive difference to the outpatient department.

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

As a Health Care Assistant in Outpatients, you will be required to assist in the day-to-day maintenance of clinics. This involves setting up rooms and ensuring patient flow is efficiently run. You will be required to keep outpatients clean and a proficient understanding of Infection Control is required. You will be responsible for the ordering and monitoring of stock levels within the department. You will find you have direct patient contact when acting as a chaperone during a consult, or assisting with patient care alongside a Registered Nurse. You will be required to have a competent understanding of computer systems and a passion for patient-centred care.

The role encompasses working alongside other healthcare professionals in Outpatients with the goal to deliver a high standard of care to patients attending appointments from our Lakes community.

About the Team/Service/Location

Our current team of 15 Registered Nurses and 1 Healthcare Assistant are based in the Outpatient department of the Rotorua Hospital. Patients attend booked appointments across all medical and surgical services from orthopaedics to Gynaecology. We facilitate an environment that is fast-paced, friendly, clean and fully functioning to ensure patients receive their care in a timely manner.

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Lakes provides healthcare from its two modern and progressive general hospitals in Rotorua and Taupo, New Zealand. The Lakes district is becoming the lifestyle destination of choice and is well known for its many outdoor recreational activities, family-friendly beaches, and a growing multi-cultural community. Working at Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora Lakes provides a great opportunity to balance an amazing lifestyle with a rewarding professional experience.

As well as a supportive, inclusive and diverse work environment, Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Lakes offer competitive salary, free staff parking, fee flu vaccination, discounts (with local businesses), and access to Employee Assistance Program.

About You

As a Health Care Assistant in Outpatients you should have:

  • The ability to work in a team environment
  • A competent level of computer knowledge
  • Experience in stock management and ordering
  • The ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Proficient understanding of Infection Control is required
Salary range: $60,100 to 70,358 pro hours worked

How To Apply

To apply please click "apply now." All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before end of posting date. If you have any questions about the role, please contact vacancy@lakesdhb.govt.nz.

The selection process starts from the date of advertising. Due to the fast-paced nature of our roles, the vacancy close date may be subject to change.

Closing Date: 09/Apr/25, 11:59:00 AM
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