Allied Health Assistant - Orthotics at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Te Tai Tokerau, Northland

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Whangarei Hospital, Te Tai Tokerau - Northland
• Permanent fulltime position, working 40 hours per week
• Be part of a supportive team environment
• Full training and ongoing support will be provided

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

As an Allied Health Assistant, you will assist in the implementation of an effective, efficient Orthotics Service by carrying out tasks and duties under the direction of an Orthotist.

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About the Team/Service/Location

Along with an interesting wide variety of work to keep you engaged, you will work alongside a supportive and tight knit team with the opportunity to gain further knowledge and skills within the team as well as other staff members in the wider service. We have a strong commitment to regular supervision and provide you with multiple professional development opportunities to advance your career.

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About you

• Good literacy and numeracy skills to School Certificate or National Certificate of Education level
• Experience/skill in working with patients/customers
• Computer literate including knowledge of excel spreadsheets and stock management
• An understanding of physical disability
• Ability to show initiative and a can do attitude
• Whilst not essential, candidates that have full secondary schooling, C.P.R/First Aid training, or experience working with people within Health Services are desired

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 22nd February 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Olivia Matthews at NL-jobs@tewhatuora.govt.nz.

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