Health Care Assistant, Surgical Ward 9
- Permanent, Part time roles (0.8 – 0.9 FTE)
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
Our Health Care Assistants support the healthcare teams and service activities in wards/units ensuring service delivery is always maintained.
About the Team/Service/ Location
Ward 9 is a 34-bed Orthopaedic Ward caring for patients with a range of orthopaedic conditions and fragility fractures requiring joint replacement, spinal and reconstructive surgery.
We work collaboratively to ensure our patients receive safe, compassionate and high-quality care throughout their stay.
About you
As a Healthcare Assistant the following are required:
- At least 2 years’ experience as a Health Care Assistant in New Zealand
- A good command of verbal and written English
- The ability to work rostered 24/7 shifts, including weekends and nights
- The ability to work under direction and contribute effectively as part of a collaborative team
- Good customer service practices, with a friendly and patient-focused approach
- New Zealand Residency or Citizenship
Please click here for a copy of the position description
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 6 November 2026. Position reference number WDHB22190
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.
