Health Care Assistant, Ward 29 Surgical
Job Description
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role
Palmerston North Hospital, Permanent, full time
Benefits
- An encouraging learning environment where you will continue to grow and be challenged
- A professional and supportive culture and team setting
- Fulfilling and challenging work with great lifestyle options
- Tailored wellness programmes
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
Ward 29 – Surgical Services Palmerston North Hospital is looking for a dedicated, compassionate person who is passionate about making a difference.
The role we currently have is permanent, 40 hours per week, working rostered shifts.
The role of the HCA is to assist Regulated Clinical Health Professionals in providing care which is safe, economic and of the highest quality possible and to provide a high standard of environmental cleanliness and to assist with non-nursing duties associated with patient care.
About the Team/Service
Employing over 2500 people, MidCentral offers a supportive work environment that accepts and values all employees. We actively seek Māori kaimahi into our workforce and provide an environment which delivers our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
MidCentral region offers an excellent lifestyle for families with scenic spots for hiking and mountain-biking, great schools and tertiary institutions. With the mountains, city and sea at your doorstep, you'll get to taste the best of both worlds – the perfect blend of rural and city living.
About the Location
Manawatū is known for its effortless blend of city and rural living; here you can choose your ideal lifestyle, from peaceful rural villages, to bustling townships, or city life. It's a family-friendly place that's easy to live and work, with easy access to an array of outdoor activities – beaches, ski fields, lakes, mountains, as well as fantastic mountain biking and hiking tracks. No traffic and an easy commute to work, really help a with true work-life balance. Our fantastic central location means exploring other parts of New Zealand is easy as a drive or a short flight. We are well served with excellent schooling options, as well as two tertiary institutes – Massey University and the International Pacific College.
For more information on living and working in the Manawatu click here
About you
To be considered you will need to be able to demonstrate:
- An understanding of direction & delegation
- An ability to work with a wide range of people
- A strongly developed customer focus
- An ability to be highly organised
- Knowledge of Infection Control & Health & Safety
- Professional behaviour and presentation
If you can work with a wide range of people, have a strongly developed customer focus, are highly organized and have a professional presentation, then come and join our friendly, dynamic team.
You don't need to have any qualifications and full training will be given for successful applicant/s.
IMPORTANT TO NOTE: You must be eligible to work in New Zealand as MidCentral can not support your visa application nor offer sponsorship for this role.
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 the advertised date. If you have any questions about the role, please contact
Helen Manoharan, Nursing Recruitment Consultant (Email: helen.manoharan@tewhatuora.govt.nz)
Or
Michelle Riley, Charge Nurse Ward 29/SHANA (Email:Michelle.Riley@midcentraldhb.govt.nz)
Or
Jo Middleton, Associate Charge Nurse Planned Care, Operations Lead Surgical Wards. (Email: Jo.Middleton@midcentraldhb.govt.nz) phone 027405056
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert