Health Care Assistant - Bureau - Casual at Bay of Plenty District Health Board (Tauranga/Whakatane), Bay of Plenty
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role
Mō Tātou – About Us
Situated in the sunny eastern coast of New Zealand's North Island, the Bay of Plenty really is just that, offering vast golden sand beaches, bush clad mountains, lush farmlands and more. Its pleasant climate means that the area has become a favourite for holiday makers, retirees and those looking for a different lifestyle outside of the main cities.
The Bay of Plenty District Health Board is spread across a vast geographical area and centred across two hospitals based in Tauranga and Whakatāne. The BOPDHB is one of the Bay of Plenty's largest employers with over 4000 staff.
He kōrero mō te tūranga - About the Role
Are you an experienced healthcare assistant (HCA) looking to work on a casual basis to fit around your family, study commitments or your lifestyle? Here is an opportunity for you to join our wonderful bureau team at Tauranga Hospital!
The bureau currently employs a team of casual staff who work throughout the Tauranga Hospital. Our team consists of registered nurses, enrolled nurses & healthcare assistants. Our staff are deployed to work in a variety of areas to cover planned & unplanned leave, provide support where demand is high and expertise when needed or cover in areas where recruitment needs have yet to be met.
The role of the HCA is to assist the registered nurse to deliver a high standard of nursing care to patients in hospital. The position involves working under the direction of nursing teams who are committed to delivering comprehensive quality care to patients. We offer and support education opportunities.
He korero mōu - About You
Preferred applicants will have a Certificate in Health Care Assistance Level 4 (or other relevant qualification) and have current experience working as an HCA in a health care setting or in a related health care service. You must also be entitled to work in New Zealand.
We are looking for Health Care Assistants who are self-motivated, adaptable and who have a positive, can-do attitude. If this sounds like you, we invite you to apply today!
Ko o Tatou Painga – Our Benefits
- In-House career development
- Competitive remuneration
- Flexible working options for a healthy work-life balance
- Highly rewarding role and opportunity to make a difference!
- Be a valued member of a multidisciplinary teamSWEAT, our onsite gym
- Free onsite parking
- Discounts (with local businesses)
Ngā uarātanga ō ā mātou mahi – Our Values
At the Bay of Plenty District Health Board (BOPDHB) we recruit for our Manaakitanga CARE values. Why do we do this? Because values-based teams deliver better care.
Our manaakitanga CARE values (Compassion, All-one-team, Responsive and Excellence) support each of us to make a difference every day in the things we do and say. Therefore, it's important that when recruiting, we recruit new colleagues who live by our CARE values.
Me pēhea te tuku tono - How to Apply
You can view the position description below and to apply for the role please click “APPLY NOW”
For tracking and reporting purposes, all applications must be submitted through our online career's portal. For additional information or to arrange a confidential chat, contact Alex Baker: Clinical Nurse Manager - Bureau alexandra.baker@bopdhb.govt.nz
The BOPDHB are committed to improving Māori health outcomes and achieving health equity for Māori through Te Tiriti o Waitangi obligations. It is essential you demonstrate an awareness of Māori indigenous rights and current issues in relation to health and health equity.
Following the update to COVID-19 Public Health Response (Vaccinations) Order 2021, to be employed with Bay of Plenty DHB you will be required to be fully vaccinated as a health care worker. Evidence of your vaccination status will be required at offer stage. If you do not meet this criteria, we are unable to progress your application.
All applications must be made online
Ngā taipitopito tūranga mahi | Job details
Employer: | Bay of Plenty District Health Board (Tauranga/Whakatane) |
Location: | Bay of Plenty |
Position type: | Casual |
Category: | Community Services |
Date listed: | 09-Jun-2022 |
Closing date: | 30-Jun-2022 |
Reference: | NZ/005002220 |
Attachment: | No File Attached |
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Website: | https://www.bopdhb.health.nz/ |
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