Health Care Assistant - Tokoroa Emergency Department at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Waikato, Waikato

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Health Care Assistant
• Tokoroa Hospital - Emergency Department
• Casual Position
• Are you a hardworking, fast thinking individual ready for the challenge, variety, and reward of being part of a rural emergency team?

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

Were looking for an experienced and adaptable Health Care Assistant to join our small, dynamic team in our busy rural Emergency Department and Outpatient clinics. This is a great opportunity to work across a wide scope of practice, support a diverse community, and be part of a team that thrives on collaboration, flexibility, and whakawhanaungatanga.

 Key Responsibilities:

• Assist Registered Nurses in patient care
• Support patients with personal care and activities of daily living
• Provide a clean, safe and tidy environment for patients and staff
• Maintain stock levels and distribute supplies, linens, and equipment throughout the ward
• Provide Health Care Assistant support to our numerous outpatient clinics.

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About the Team/Service

Our Emergency Department provides urgent care to a broad population across the South Waikato. Youll be part of a small, supportive team where no two days are the same, and your scope of practice is wide and meaningful.

Join our close-knit rural team and make a real difference in the heart of the South Waikato!

Nestled between Rotorua and Taupō, Tokoroa offers a unique lifestyle surrounded by native bush, lakes, and a welcoming, diverse community. With a lower cost of living and a strong community spirit, this is a place where your mahi truly matters.

About you

What were looking For (Required Skills and Experience)

• Knowledge and understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi
• Must be able to work rostered shifts, which includes nights and weekends
• Excellent time management and communication skills

What We Offer:

• Opportunities for professional development,.
• Supportive and friendly team culture.
• Stunning natural surroundings and an affordable lifestyle.

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 online or apply via our Waikato Careers website by clicking here.

All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before 11:59 pm on 16 June 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Shivani Kulkarni at Shivani.Kulkarni@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz.

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