Job Description - Health Care Assistant Medical Unit (ROT03286)Health Care Assistant Medical Unit1 FTEPermanentHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we're building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whanau-centred care, and excellence.About the RoleAn exciting opportunity has become available to work as a member of the health care team in the Medical Unit. The role involves supporting nursing staff to provide patient care and undertaking a range of non-clinical duties to ensure the unit runs efficiently.About YouApplicants require:Effective communication and interpersonal skillsFlexibility and the ability to adjust to changing needs and prioritiesSelf-motivation and initiativeHonesty, reliability and confidentialityThe ability to work in a team environment and maintain a calm disposition under pressureThe ability to accept direction and delegation and to seek assistanceIdeally have experience in a health care setting or related health or consumer-focused service e.g. hospitalityIdeally have experience with companion careAbout the Team/Service/LocationHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Lakes provides healthcare from its two modern and progressive general hospitals in Rotorua and Taupo, New Zealand. The Lakes district is becoming the lifestyle destination of choice and is well known for its many outdoor recreational activities, family-friendly beaches, and a growing multi-cultural community. Working at Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora Lakes provides a great opportunity to balance an amazing lifestyle with a rewarding professional experience.As well as a supportive, inclusive, and diverse work environment, Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Lakes offer competitive salary, free staff parking, free flu vaccination, discounts (with local businesses), and access to Employee Assistance Program.Salary: $60,100 to $68,437 as per collective agreement pro-rated to hours worked.Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and InclusionWe want to see the real you in your application and welcome the real you on board if you come and work with us. Skills are gained across many areas of our life, not just in formal employment. If you can demonstrate the skills listed in the ad, but the experience was gained through whanau life, community or mahi aroha (volunteering), we encourage you to apply and share your story with us in your cover letter.We particularly welcome applications from our diverse Maori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.How to ApplyTo view the position description and/or apply for the role please click "apply now." All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before the end of the posting date.The selection process starts from the date of advertising. Due to the fast-paced nature of our roles, the vacancy close date may be subject to change.Please beware of recruitment scams. Health New Zealand recruitment processes do not ask candidates for money at any stage.
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