Health Care Assistant - Orthopaedic Ward (0.8FTE) at Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Te Tai Tokerau, Northland

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

If you're looking for the opportunity to make your mark and action real change, working for Northland's largest employer is where you'll find it. Here, you get to make a tangible impact on your community, your team and your personal development.

Te Whatu Ora Te Tai Tokerau is committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and holds stewardship for equitable health outcomes for Māori as Tāngata Whenua as the highest priority.

Achieving the best health outcomes for our patients starts with expecting the best from ourselves, and right now Te Whatu Ora Te Tai Tokerau is looking for a Health Care Assistant to join our Orthopaedic Ward. This is for a permanent, part time position working 32 hours per week across a rotating roster, including AM, PM and night shifts.

As the successful candidate you will have excellent communication skills, be a team player and flexible and adaptable. Ward 1 is a busy Orthopaedic Ward and often hoists and other mechanical devices are required.

Previous health care experience with an orthopaedic / surgical focus is desirable, however not essential as full orientation will be provided to the successful candidates.

A career with Te Whatu Ora Te Tai Tokerau will see you action meaningful change in the region we love, and in your professional development – all whilst enjoying everything the stunning North has to offer. You really can enjoy the best of both.

Our people live our Values:

Tangata I te tuatahi People First – People are central to all we do

Whakaute (tuku mana) Respect – We treat others as they would like to be treated

Manaaki Caring – We nurture those around us, and treat all with dignity and compassion

Whakawhitiwhiti korero Communication – We communicate safely, openly and with respect to promote clear understanding

Taumata teitei (hirangi) Excellence – Our attitude of excellence inspires success, competence, confidence and innovation

Vacancy No: AH22-439       

Closes: 5 February 2023