Health Care Assistant - Medical Ward

Medical Ward

• Located at Whakatāne Hospital + Free onsite parking
• Permanent Full-time – 1.0 FTE
• Subsidised onsite hospital gym membership + Free Flu vaccinations + Discounted goods

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders.

About the Role

Bay of Plenty – Hauora a Toi are excited to offer a permanent full-time Health Care Assistant position working 1.0 FTE (40 hours per week), Sunday to Monday in the Medical Ward based at Whakatāne hospital. This is a wonderful opportunity to be part of a high-performing and collaborative team caring for acutely unwell medical patients in a busy and rewarding ward environment.

As a Health Care Assistant, you will work under the direction of our friendly, motivated nursing team, assisting with personal care, mobility, monitoring, and general clinical support. Every shift brings variety and a chance to make a real impact on patient comfort, recovery, and dignity.

About the Team/Service/ Location

Based in the sunny Eastern Bay of Plenty, our medical ward reflects the community we serve – diverse, resilient, and connected. The team is supportive, respectful, and committed to achieving excellent health outcomes. You will be working alongside professionals who bring expertise, empathy, and a share purpose to every patient interaction.

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About you

We are looking for calm, capable, and team-focused individuals who bring energy and compassion to every shift. The ideal candidates will be quick thinkers, great communicators, and eager to contribute to a positive team culture.

What you will bring:

• Ceritficate in Health Care Assistance Level 3 or 4 (or equivalent).
• Experience in a healthcare setting or related service.
• Strong organisation and communication skills, with the ability to remain composed under pressure.
• A safe, reliable, and patient-centred approach to clinical care.

Working for 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 Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

To view the position description and/or apply for the role please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before 11:59pm on 15 May 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact BP-Careers@tewhatuora.govt.nz

Please note, we will be reviewing applications when received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.