Allied Health Assistant

Location:  Wellington Regional Hospital 

Contract: Permanent, Full Time

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. Through integration and collaboration, we’re building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence. 

About the Role 

Salary: $72,074 - $86,719 

We are seeking a skilled and enthusiastic Allied Health Assistant to support our team of allied health professionals. The role is based on our acute wards with various specialities across Wellington Hospital and involves tasks to support the allied health service and taking on activities delegated by Allied Health Professionals including Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Social Workers, Speech Language Therapists and Dietitians.  As an Allied Health Assistant you will play a vital role in supporting the delivery of indiviualised care plans, promoting independence and enhancing the overall wellbeing of our patients.

Under delegation, you’ll be working with patients in the hospital setting, outpatients and, at times, in the patients home. Key responsibilities include assisting allied health professionals to deliver treatment plans and interventions, screening notes, acting as a second pair of hands for patient transfers, support patients with practicing daily living tasks, mobility and exercise programs, assist with equipment provision and adaptation, completing exercise programs, facilitating group classes as well as being responsible for some administration tasks.

About the Team/Service Location 

As an Allied Health Assistant you will be part of the Allied Health Whanau which includes Occupational therapists, Physiotherapists, Social workers, Dieticians and Speech Language therapists with a vast array of experience and expertise. You will work in a high functioning team of 7 Allied Health Assistants providing services to patients admitted to Wellington Hospital. 

About you 

The person we are looking for will be compassionate, reliable, and motivated to support patients and clinicians across our busy hospital environment. You will bring a positive attitude, a willingness to learn, and a commitment to delivering safe, high quality care.

You will have the following skills, attributes, and experience:

Knowledge and Experience

• Previous experience in a healthcare setting, ideally within a hospital environment
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage tasks effectively
• Confidence working independently with patients under delegation from a registered clinician
• A collaborative approach and the ability to work well as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Demonstrated honesty, reliability, and professionalism

Professional Qualifications

• National Certificate in Community Support (Level 3) Core Competencies

OR

• National Certificate in Health, Disability and Aged Support (Level 3) – Health Assistants (Rehabilitation Assistance or Health Assistance strand)

OR

• Equivalent qualification. If not yet completed, a willingness and commitment to complete one of the above qualifications

Other Requirements

• A good level of physical fitness to safely meet the demands of the role
• A full driver’s licence
• Proficiency and confidence using computers and clinical systems
• Working at Health New Zealand 

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is ‘the weaving of wellness’. We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand. 

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Health New Zealand are committed to being good employers and honouring our equal employment opportunity obligations. We embrace diversity and welcome application from all people, including all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, and disability. A workforce that is diverse and inclusive means that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We are pro-equity health organisation, with a particular focus on Māori, Pacific Peoples, and the Disability Community. 

How to Apply 

To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal by 1 April. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Philip.Adamson@tewhatuora.govt.nz 

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