Health Care Assistant Theatre
Healthcare Assistant – Operating Theatre Suite, varied FTE available
An exciting role within the Operating Theatre suite delivering quality patient care and resource support to aid patients journeys from preop, intraoperative and post operative phases. Our Theatre Healthcare Assistants work exclusively within the Theatre suite, in a dynamic, environment.
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
This Healthcare Assistant position available is in the Operating Theatre Suite. You will be joining a hardworking and supportive team, who are flexible, deliver optimal patient care throughout their perioperative journey.
We are welcoming applications from competent and professional practitioners who would like to enhance their knowledge and skills that are theatre specific. You will be providing care to patients attending theatre for a variety of procedures, so your flexibility will be challenged while you are delivering the highest level of quality care.
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About the Team/Service/ Location
Our team of HCAs work under the direction and delegations of RNs in the Operating Theatre Suite. We are currently building HCA knowledge and skill set to be within theatres to assist nursing staff. HCAs are a huge part of our Theatre team and are relied upon to for theatre efficiency, particularly out of hours.
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About you
HCA qualification; level 3 minimum
Experience working within a hospital setting is preferred
Previous theatre experience is desirable.
Energetic, available to work rostered and rotating duties, keen to learn and grow
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 Wednesday 26th August 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Linda.Smith-Madden@tdhb.org.nz.
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advertisement.
