Healthcare Assistant - Acute General Surgery, SARA at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Waitaha Canterbury, Christchurch
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role
- Ward B3, Waipapa Building, Christchurch Hospital Campus
- 1.0FTE (40 hours per week) permanent position
- Shifts rostered Monday through Sunday; morning, afternoon and nights
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
We are looking for an energetic and enthusiastic Healthcare Assistant to join our team on Ward B3.
Healthcare Assistants are instrumental in providing care to patients and supporting the clinical team. As a Healthcare Assistant you will assist nursing staff with patient cares whilst maintaining a safe and clean work environment on the unit.
You will be responsible for:
- Assisting nursing staff with patient cares
- Keeping the ward tidy and organised
- Answering bell calls
- Assisting with personal care and mobilising patients
- Ordering and restocking of supplies
About the Service
Acute General Surgery cares for patients undergoing acute general surgery and a range of oesophageal, gastric and biliary/pancreatic surgery including advanced laparoscopic procedures. Our average length of stay is 3.8 days.
SARA (Surgical Assessment Review Area) provides an area for acutely unwell patients to be assessed, investigated and an appropriate plan of care to be initiated. This 12-bed unit is a fast-paced unit with an average length of stay of 7 hours. We see on average 730 patients per month. We accept direct GP-SARA admission as well as admission from our emergency department, private and rural Hospitals.
About You
We are looking for someone who is empathic and reliable with good time management. You will have the willingness to learn, have great communication skills and are a team player.
- Ability to work all shifts ' Morning, Afternoon and Nights
- Excellent Communication and Interpersonal skills
- Ability to work efficiently and effectively in a multidisciplinary team
- Initiative and a proactive approach to work
- Experience as a Healthcare Assistant or similar is desirable
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 Sunday 11th October. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Victoria at Victoria.Steiner@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz
Ngā taipitopito tūranga mahi | Job details
| Employer: | Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Waitaha Canterbury |
| Location: | Christchurch |
| Position type: | Permanent Full time |
| Category: | Health |
| Date listed: | 30-Sep-2026 |
| Salary range: | |
| Closing date: | 11-Oct-2026 |
| Reference: | PC4512452 |
| Attachment: | No File Attached |
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| Website: | https://www.cdhb.health.nz/ |
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