Health Care Assistant

11 hours ago

Hamilton, Waikato, New Zealand Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Full time
  • Waikato Hospital
  • Permanent Contract
  • 72 Rostered hours per fortnight
  • 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

Were looking for experienced Health Care Assistants (HCAs) to join our Respiratory/ Medicine team in Ward A2. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and want to be part of a team thats focused on delivering excellent, patient-centred care, wed love to hear from you.

In this role, youll be an important part of a multidisciplinary team that supports patients with a wide range of acute medical needs. Were looking for HCAs who are motivated, reliable, and genuinely care about making a difference to patients during what can be a challenging time.

Experience in an acute or hospital setting is preferred. Youll need to be comfortable working rostered and rotating shifts, and able to stay calm and focused in a busy environment.

Key responsibilities:

  • Support patients with personal care (washing, dressing, mobility, toileting)
  • Assist with meals and monitor fluid/food intake
  • Help with patient transfers and mobility using safe techniques
  • Keep patient areas clean and organised
  • Follow infection control and safety procedures
  • Work closely with the nursing team to provide high-quality, compassionate care
  • Follow infection control procedures and health and safety policies
  • Support the nursing and medical teams with basic clinical tasks under supervision

The salary for this position will be based on experience and in line with the NZNO Te Whatu Ora Nursing and Midwifery Collective agreement. Additional benefits include kiwisaver contributions (if eligible), shift allowances, professional development and wellness support.

Click here to view the position description.

About the Service

Ward A2 is a 27-bed respiratory/ medical ward caring for adult patients with a range of complex conditions. Our main specialties include Respiratory and General Medicine. We work closely with specialist teams to provide safe, supportive, and focused care throughout each patients stay.

Staff on A2 work rostered, rotating shifts to ensure consistent 24/7 care. The team is experienced, adaptable, and committed to supporting each other in a busy but collaborative environment.

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

To apply please click Apply online or apply via our Waikato Careers website by clicking here.

All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before 11:59 pm on 31 December 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Rachael Devey at

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

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