Healthcare Assistant - Kurawaka Waipapa at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Waitaha Canterbury, Christchurch

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• 2 x Casual positions available
• Shifts: Morning, Afternoon and Nights, across Monday to Sunday.
• Make a real difference in the lives of māmā, pēpi, and whānau from all walks of life.
  

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 have an exciting opportunity for two Healthcare Assistants to join our team in a casual capacity at Kurawaka Waipapa - Birthing Unit located in central Christchurch.

A Healthcare Assistant is an integral part of our team. We are looking for candidates who can demonstrate excellent communication skills, a positive attitude and the ability to use their initiative.

You will be responsible for:

• Assisting staff in providing quality patient care
• Assisting in keeping the patient's environment clean and tidy
• Ensuring the ward is appropriately stocked
• Maintaining a safe working environment at all times

About the Service

Kurawaka Waipapa is a birthing unit with 4 birthing rooms containing birthing pools and 20 postnatal rooms. 

The Canterbury Waitaha and West Coast Te Tai o Poutini Maternity System has a dynamic, dedicated and specialised team of health professionals working within both our purpose built, secondary/tertiary maternity facilities and our Community Birthing Units.

At Health New Zealand, we are committed to providing outstanding maternity care rooted in the values of Ōritetanga, Whanaungatanga, Tino Rangatiratanga, Oranga tonutanga, and Aroha. We aim to create a nurturing environment where cultural safety, inclusivity, and excellence in care are our guiding principles.

About You

We are seeking candidates that are kind, empathetic and passionate about helping māmā, pēpi, and whānau from all walks of life. It is important you are able to use your initiative and possess a strong work ethic.

• Healthcare Assistant experience in a similar environment
• New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing - Level 3 (desirable)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organisational, time management and problem-solving skills
• Ability to achieve accuracy and maintain attention to detail
• Ability to meet deadlines and work unsupervised as well as in a team

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 Monday 8th December.  If you have any questions about the role, please contact Victoria at Victoria.Steiner@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz