* Permanent, Part-Time 56 hours per fortnight (0.7 FTE)
* The role is ideal for those starting out or developing their career in health - especially if you plan to progress into nursing, allied health or mental health in the future.
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 a Health Care Assistant (HCA), you’ll play an essential role in supporting the nursing team and wider multidisciplinary staff to ensure high‑quality, safe and compassionate care for patients and their whānau. This role involves a blend of clinical, technical and clerical tasks, always under the direction and delegation of a Registered Nurse.
Your day will include supporting patient personal cares, maintaining patient comfort and dignity, completing delegated clinical tasks once trained, restocking supplies, cleaning and preparing equipment, and assisting with patient flow. You’ll also help with basic administration tasks such as scanning, filing and supporting patient registration processes.
You are a key part of ensuring the unit runs smoothly – helping maintain a clean, safe environment, supporting patient needs promptly, and contributing to the overall efficiency of the clinical area.
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About the Team/Service/Location
You’ll be working within a supportive nursing team alongside Registered Nurses, Health Care Assistants, allied health professionals, administrative staff and clinical leaders. The service is busy, fast‑paced and highly collaborative – every team member plays an important role in ensuring patients receive timely, respectful and culturally safe care.
This is a setting where teamwork, communication and whanaungatanga are essential. You’ll also engage with services across the organisation, as well as external providers and community supports as needed.
The team embraces the values of Te Mauri o Rongo – safety, compassion, leadership, connection and cultural responsiveness.
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About you
You will be someone who brings empathy, reliability and a positive attitude to work each day. You will have:
Qualifications
* New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (Level 3) Health Assistance
* OR be actively completing it
* OR be willing to commence study within six months of starting.
Skills & Experience
* Ability to follow direction and work well within a team
* Sensitivity to the needs of patients, staff and the public
* Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
* Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times
* Basic computer and telephone skills
* Customer service skills and a calm, respectful approach
* Ability to adapt within a changing environment
* Understanding of cultural needs, including tikanga and the needs of diverse communities
Physical Requirements
* Ability to kneel, squat, reach and move comfortably to support patient care
* Ability to climb stairs and perform light physical tasks
* Fit, active and able to meet the physical demands of the role
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 3rd April 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Toni Mewburn Toni.Mewburn@hbdhb.govt.nz.
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.
Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.
Job details
Job Reference:
Job Reference: HAW09595
Location:
North Island – Hawkes Bay – Hastings
Job type:
Expertise:
Clinical – Health Care Assistant – Hospital / Community – Health Care Assistant – Hospital / Community
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