Health Care Assistant - Outpatient Department and Clinical measurement Unit

Location: Kenepuru Hospital

Contract: Permanent, Full-Time (80hrs p/fortnight)

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

As a valued Health Care Assistant (HCA), you'll play a key role in supporting the smooth day-to-day running of our busy outpatient facilities Kenepuru and Wellington and Hospitals. Other areas in Wellington hospital you will work out of are Te Wai Nui (Children's Hospital) and Clinical Measurement Unit (CMU). Our service is dynamic, patient-focused, and committed to delivering high-quality care across a wide range of specialist clinics

You’ll be rostered across different areas of the outpatient service, working one of the following shifts:

7:00 AM – 3:30 PM

8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

This flexibility helps us meet patient needs while supporting your work-life balance

As an HCA, you’ll work closely with Registered Nurses (RNs) and Enrolled Nurses (ENs) as well as other clinical staff. Nurses may delegate tasks that don’t require professional nursing judgment, and you’ll always have guidance and supervision available when needed. You may also be assigned service-related duties that help keep our clinics running smoothly.

Training and support will be provided to ensure you feel confident and capable in your role, with clear expectations and ongoing learning opportunities

We believe in recognising your skills and dedication. Through the NZ Nurses’ Organisation (NZNO) Multi-Employer Collective Agreement (MECA), HCAs can apply for Merit Step One or Two—each offering a financial allowance upon meeting specific criteria. These steps reflect your growing expertise and contribution to the team.

Your professional growth matters. You’ll have the opportunity to give and receive feedback during your annual performance appraisal with your manager. This is a great time to reflect on your achievements and set goals for the future.

The salary band for this role is $60,100 - $70,358. 

About the Team/Service/ Location

We are a multicultural team working in an inclusive and supportive environment. While we collaborate closely as a team, our roles involve a high level of autonomy, as we coordinate and manage the day to day running of the department. We are a crucial link in the patient journey, from their initial referral from the community to their eventual discharge back into it.

This role is based primarily at Kenepuru Hospital with the possibility of working at Wellington Hospital as service needs arise.

About you

• Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills and relates effectively to people from diverse backgrounds.
• Builds rapport effortlessly and fosters constructive, productive relationships.
• Possesses solid computer proficiency and knowledge of FPIM ordering system preferable.
• Efficiently marshals and utilizes resources.
• Highly organized, punctual, and adept at problem-solving.
• Shows genuine interest in the organization and is committed to sustainability

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 17th April. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Deb Brodie (Deb.Brodie@tewhatuora.govt.nz).

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

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