Health Care Assistant, Ward 34 East

Health Care Assistant, Ward 34 East, General Surgery

• Opportunity to make an impact on the health of our community in Counties Manukau
• Permanent Full/Part-Time Roles Available

 

Our Organisation:

Health NZ Counties Manukau is a dynamic and progressive organisation at the forefront of innovative health care delivery within the New Zealand Public Health Sector. We continue to work with others to achieve equity in key health indicators for Maaori, Pacific and communities with health disparities and will continue to develop and implement plans, based on local needs to improve the health and wellbeing of Counties Manukau region. Our main sites are Middlemore Hospital, Kidz First Hospital and Manukau Health Park.

We are part of Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora, the overarching organisation for New Zealand’s national health service. HNZ leads the day-to-day running of the health system, with functions delivered at local, district, regional and national levels. 

 

About the Role:

The General Surgical Department delivers secondary elective and acute services to the population of Counties Manukau region with a range of tertiary services including Vascular, Upper Gastrointestinal, Colorectal, Breast, Endocrine orthopaedic hands, plastics and general medicine (Winter Plan) We specialise in delivering care for patient post WHIPPLES and IVOR LEWIS. Our wards are equipped with state of the art equipment including eVitals. We have a dynamic team who enjoy a challenge and have a great sense of humour.

We are looking for enthusiastic Health Care Assistants to join the energetic and innovative team on Ward 34 East - General Surgical ward at Middlemore Hospital.

As a Health Care Assistant you will be required to provide clinical and non-clinical care to our patients. Our new team member must also be highly organised, able to prioritise, have excellent interpersonal skills and enjoy building relationships with our patients.

 

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide compassionate care and support to patients.
• Collaborate with nursing staff to ensure smooth daily operations.
• Maintain excellent organization and prioritization in your tasks.
• Foster positive relationships with patients and their families.

 

Essential Qualifications:

• Health Care Assistant Level 4 Certificate or equivalent.
• At least 2 years of experience in a hospital environment.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Proficiency in verbal and written English.

 

Please apply online at https://info.health.nz/careers/explore-new-zealand/auckland/east-south-counties-manukau or for more information please contact Nancy in the recruitment centre at Nancy.Li@tewhatuora.govt.nz

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert

 

Applications Close: 18^th September 2026

Job Number: CMH202617469