Health Care Assistant - Coronary Care Unit - Cardiology
- Health Care Assistant – Coronary Care Unit, Whangarei Hospital
- Permanent part-time role (0.8FTE), working 32 hours per week Monday-Friday
- We are seeking a compassionate and reliable Health Care Assistant who thrives in a fast‑paced clinical environment and is committed to delivering excellent patient support
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
We’re looking for a compassionate and reliable Health Care Assistant who is committed to caring for our Northland community and keen to grow your skills in a specialised cardiac environment.
You will work under the direction and delegation of the Clinical Nurse Manager or delegate to support safe care for patients and whanau by assisting with delegated activities and play a vital role in supporting high quality cardiac care for patients across Te Tai Tokerau.
Tasks include but are not limited to:
- Assist nursing and medical staff with the provision of fundamental care for patients and whanau
- Meet and greet patients and answer phone enquiries and refer calls to a clinical nature to the appropriate health professional
- Assists in the daily functioning of the designated department to ensure its smooth running such as housekeeping duties, restocking and some reception/administrative tasks as specified
- Acts in a culturally safe and sensitive way at all times, demonstrating the ability to communicate with other cultures.
- Provide comfort and support to patients and whānau
- Maintain a safe, clean, and well‑organised clinical environment
- Contribute to smooth daily operations within the CCU
This is a permanent part time role, working 32 hours per week – Monday to Friday 1000-1830 rostered shifts to support service delivery.
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About the Department
The Coronary Care Unit is a friendly, specialised inpatient cardiology service based at Whangarei Hospital.
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About you
- Proficiency in reading, speaking and writing English
- Basic computer skills
- Ability to meet the physical demands of the role
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Works in collaboration with fellow team members to achieve objectives and tasks for the good of the whole. Has a positive working attitude, is flexible and adaptable. At the same time is able to take direction from the staff responsible for doing so.
- Whilst not essential a Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (Level 3) with a focus on Health assistance or be working towards this qualification is desirable
- Customer service or experience working in a healthcare setting are also desirable
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 17th June 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Emma Hicks at NL-jobs@tewhatuora.govt.nz.
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.
