IMPORTANT TO NOTE: You must be eligible to work in New Zealand as MidCentral cannot support your visa application nor offer sponsorship for this role.The OpportunityWard 29 – Surgical Services Palmerston North Hospital is looking for a dedicated, compassionate person who is passionate about making a difference.The role we currently have is permanent, 28 hours per week, working rostered shifts.The role of the HCA is to assist Regulated Clinical Health Professionals in providing care which is safe, economic, and of the highest quality possible, as well as to provide a high standard of environmental cleanliness and assist with non-nursing duties associated with patient care.About YouTo be considered, you will need to demonstrate:An understanding of direction & delegationAn ability to work with a wide range of peopleA strongly developed customer focusAn ability to be highly organisedKnowledge of Infection Control & Health & SafetyProfessional behaviour and presentationIf you can work with a wide range of people, have a strongly developed customer focus, are highly organized, and have a professional presentation, then come and join our friendly, dynamic team.You don't need to have any qualifications, and full training will be given for successful applicants.Our OrganisationTe Pae Hauora o Ruahine o Tararua MidCentral (MidCentral) is part of Health New Zealand, Te Whatu Ora, and provides healthcare services to over 180,000 people across the Manawatu, Horowhenua, and Tararua regions. With a large hospital campus in Palmerston North, it also provides key health care and support services to neighbouring communities.Come and Join UsEmploying over 2500 people, MidCentral offers a supportive work environment that accepts and values all employees. We actively seek Maori kaimahi into our workforce and provide an environment that delivers our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.MidCentral region offers an excellent lifestyle for families with scenic spots for hiking and mountain-biking, great schools, and tertiary institutions. With the mountains, city, and sea at your doorstep, you'll get to taste the best of both worlds – the perfect blend of rural and city living.An encouraging learning environment where you will continue to grow and be challengedA professional and supportive culture and team settingFulfilling and challenging work with great lifestyle optionsTailored wellness programmesHow to ApplyTo view the position description and/or apply for the role (by submitting your cover letter and CV), please click "APPLY NOW." For tracking and reporting purposes, all applications must be submitted through our online career portal.We are looking to fill this position as soon as possible so may withdraw the advert if the perfect candidate is found before the expiry date.We strive to be a place where people love to work and learn. We aim to develop a diverse team that reflects the communities that we serve and we welcome people of all ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, religious and political beliefs, socio-economic situations, and accessibility needs.MidCentral actively seeks Maori into our workforce to reflect the community we serve.Some positions are defined as a Core Children's worker under the Children's Act and require full safety checks completed before employment commences.Employer: Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Te Pae Hauora o Ruahine o Tararua MidCentralNote: You may be redirected to the employer's careers website. #J-18808-Ljbffr