Job Description - Health Care Assistant, Emergency Department (HAU02112)
Health Care Assistant, Emergency Department Te whiwhinga mahi | The Opportunity
This is an opportunity to join our busy Emergency Department. You will be an experienced health care provider that is able to work as part of our team, be calm under pressure and contribute to the care of our patients. This is a 0.8 FTE position that involves rostered/rotating shifts 24/7.
This position works as an integral part of the multidisciplinary team and provides safe and appropriate assistance to inpatient whanau focusing on recovery within the emergency department setting.
Candidates need to have experience recognizing and addressing cultural differences, be familiar with the Treaty of Waitangi, and have an understanding of a hospital environment.
All candidates will be subject to a police check.
Location
Situated on the eastern coast of New Zealand's North Island, Gisborne "Tairawhiti" – "The light shines on the water" is the first city in the world to see the rising sun of the new day. Our region offers vast golden sand beaches, bush clad mountains, lush farmlands, with significant historical landmarks, natural wonders, and a deep connection to Maori culture. We enjoy a pleasant climate, short commutes, and a relaxed approach that creates a work-life offering that is enviable to most who are not yet here.
Values
Te Whatu Ora Tairawhiti works to increase collaboration, strengthen leadership and accountability, and improve equity of access and outcomes across the health service. We're shifting the emphasis towards primary and community care allowing more people to be cared for close to home, and take a greater role in their own health and wellbeing.
Our values form the acronym WAKA. They reflect our voyaging heritage, guiding us on our journey to create a healthier Tairawhiti by working together.
W hakarangatira/enrich - Enriching the health of our community by doing our very best.
A whi/support - Supporting our turoro/patients, their whanau/families, our community partners and each other.
K otahitanga/togetherness - Together we can achieve more.
A roha/compassion - Empathy, we care for people and people want to be cared for by us.
Me pehea te tuku tono - How to Apply
To complete an application please use the "apply now" link provided which will redirect you through our online career's portal. For successful applicants, our mandatory process includes police vetting and health screening.
Te Whatu Ora Tairawhiti are committed to improving Maori health outcomes and achieving health equity for Maori through Te Tiriti o Waitangi obligations. We aspire to having a workforce reflective of the communities we serve and achieving equitable outcomes for all.
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