Emergency Department Health Care Assistant
- Healthcare Assistant Taupo Emergency Department
- Permanent
- Part time hours/weekends + afternoons during the week
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
An exciting opportunity has become available to work as a Health Care Assistant in the Taupo Emergency Department, Taupo Hospital. This role will include all aspects of health care worker duties working in the emergency setting, with our supportive and passionate emergency nursing team, along with learning our stock ordering system and process. This position is a permanent position, which covers all aspects of shift work.
About the Team/Service/ Location
Our team are all passionate members providing emergency care to the Taupo population. Emergency departments are fast passed environments with frequently changing needs.
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
- Free flu vaccination
- Discounts (with local businesses)
- Access to Employee Assistance Program
For more information on living and working in Rotorua and Taupo click here
About you
The successful candidate will have:
- Eligibility to work in NZ
- Effective communication and interpersonal skill
- Flexibility and the ability to adjust to changing needs and priorities
- Self-motivation and initiative
- The ability to work a variety of shifts
- Computer literate
Click here for Position Description
Click here for Collective Agreement (if applicable)
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 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.