Health Care Assistant - OPR 2
- Waikato Hospital, Hamilton
- Older Persons & Rehabilitation
- Multiple permanent, part-time positions available
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
Come and join our team in General Medicine OPR2. We are a fast-paced ward, providing nursing care and interventions to Assessment, Treatment and Rehabilitation patients. The role requires you to work under the direction and delegation of the Registered Nurse. Successful applicants will be expected to be available to work a variety of shifts including night shifts.
Key responsibilities:
- Assist the Registered Nurses in patient care
- Assist patients with personal care and activities of daily living
- Provide a clean, safe and tidy environment for patients and staff
- Maintain stock levels and distributing supplies, linen, equipment throughout the ward
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About the Team/Service
As a Health Care Assistant in Assessment, Treatment and Rehabilitation, we offer you:
- An exciting working environment
- A thorough orientation
- Support in the development of your portfolio
- Ongoing professional development
About you
To be successful in this role, you must have:
- Previous experience working in a health care setting in New Zealand
- Current legal right to work in New Zealand
Preference will be given to those who have achieved health-related NZQA unit standards.
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 Monday, 8 June 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Shivani Kulkarni at Shivani.Kulkarni@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.
