Health Care Assistant, Cancer & Blood Service
- Major uplift in medical oncology treatment services across Aotearoa!
- Manukau Health Park, Full/ Part Time Permanent Role
- Rostered Shifts
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. Driven by the manaakitanga of all patients, whānau and communities we serve, the Northern Region Cancer & Blood Service aims to establish sustainable cancer care capacity, elevate patient and whānau voice and experience, and achieve equitable cancer outcomes.
Health NZ Counties Manukau is a dynamic and progressive organisation at the forefront of innovative health care delivery within the New Zealand Public Health Sector. We continue to work with others to achieve equity in key health indicators for Maaori, Pacific and communities with health disparities and will continue to develop and implement plans, based on local needs to improve the health and wellbeing of Counties Manukau region. Our main sites are Middlemore Hospital, Kidz First Hospital and Manukau Health Park.
About the role
We’re thrilled to offer a Health Care Assistant opportunity in medical oncology as part of our Northern Region Cancer & Blood Service - Te Pūriri o Te Ora, delivering high-quality care to patients across Northland and Auckland Metro.
In the past year, the New Zealand Government has increased funding in the medicines budget by over $600 million over four years, for publicly funded provision of 33 new cancer and 33 new non-cancer medicines. It is estimated that 92,240 patients across the country will access these medicines in the first year.
Health Care Assistants are our RNs right hand people. Assisting them with day-to-day tasks of caring for our patients, this is a unique opportunity for you to contribute to our vision of delivering quality patient care.
The successful applicant will get the opportunity to work with different patients and families supporting the nurses. As a Health Care Assistant you will be required to provide clinical care to our patients. Our new team member must also be highly organised, able to prioritise, have excellent interpersonal skills and enjoy building relationships with our patients.
Nau mai, haere mai – unlock a career opportunity in cancer to make a meaningful and transformative impact for whānau living with cancer across the Northern Region. Learn more about the new cancer medicines implementation
About Te Pūriri o Te Ora - Kia ora from our team!
Te Pūriri o Te Ora is the name that has been gifted to our northern regional cancer and blood services by Kahurangi Rangimārie Naida Glavish of Ngāti Whātua, Chief Advisor Tikanga for Te Toka Tumai Auckland. Te Pūriri o Te Ora means "the Pūriri tree of wellbeing" and speaks to the many qualities and gifts of the Pūriri tree and our aspiration to provide a place of healing and wellbeing for our communities.
Te Pūriri o Te Ora is the biggest cancer and blood service within Aotearoa, providing care to approximately 40% of the country. If research is your passion, Te Pūriri o Te Ora is home to the largest oncology research unit in Aotearoa NZ and our strong partnership with Te Aka Mātauranga Matepukupuku (Centre for Cancer Research) drives cancer research and education ensuring academic insights and evidence-based practices in our evolving clinical landscape.
The values that underpin the way we care and work with patients, whānau and kaimahi across Te Pūriri o Te Ora are Whanaungatanga, Manaakitanga, Kotahitanga, Āhurutanga, Mana Motuhake and Wairuatanga.
Like the diversity of birdlife that occupy the Pūriri tree, we look for and welcome applications from all whānau including our Māori, Pacific, Tāngata Whaikaha (disabled) and rainbow communities.
For more information about the story of Te Pūriri o Te Ora click here
About You
As a Health Care Assistant joining our Cancer and Blood Service, you will:
- Have 2+ years Health Care Assistant experience in a large acute setting in NZ
- Have a Level 4 NZ Health Care Assistant certificate or equivalent (to be assessed)
- Be committed to evidence-based practice and equitable care, making a real difference for Māori, Pacific, and all communities
- Share your mentoring, collaboration, and patient-centred care skills, helping grow and strengthen our teams
- Bring enthusiasm, professionalism, flexibility, and strong communication skills, contributing to a supportive and inclusive environment
Working at Health New Zealand
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive, so that we are better positioned to serve our community.
How to Apply
Apply online at https://careers.tewhatuora.govt.nz/locations/counties-manukau/ If you have any questions, please contact Fran Upoko in the Recruitment Team at nursemidwifejobs@middlemore.co.nz
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.
Job Number: CSP202516260
Application Closes: 21 January 2026
