Health Care Assistant - Dialysis

Health Care Assistant - DialysisSouthland Hospital, permanent 0.7 FTE role availableSalary between $61,603 - $72,117 per annum pro rataMonday to Saturday, 0600-1430Health 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 RoleAs an HCA, you'll be an integral part of our dialysis team. We're looking for practical, proactive people who enjoy being hands-on, see what needs doing and get on with it. You'll help make sure the unit, equipment and supplies are ready to go, support our patients and nursing team, and keep the many practical things that make a busy dialysis service work running smoothly.Tasks include but are not limited to:Prepare dialysis machines, treatment spaces and consumables, ensuring everything is ready for patients and the clinical team.Keep the unit clean, stocked, organised and ready to go, including resetting treatment areas and supporting infection prevention and safe waste management.Manage stock, ordering and supplies, including supporting stocktakes and supplies for our home haemodialysis patients.Support patient flow and the nursing team, providing practical assistance to help the day run smoothly, particularly during busy periods.Assist patients with mobility, transfers, personal cares, meals and activities of daily living, always maintaining dignity and independence.Help with the practical coordination of care, including patient transport, equipment, emergency supplies and general administrative tasks.Think ahead and take initiative, anticipating what patients and the team will need rather than always waiting to be asked.Be a reliable, hands-on team member who helps keep the unit safe, efficient and running smoothly throughout the day. About the Team/Service/ LocationHealth New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora - Southern has the largest geographical coverage of all the New Zealand regions, providing services to 350,000 people in diverse communities. We take pride in all the services we provide, and our aim is to improve, promote and protect the health of our region. We believe that our dedicated and passionate staff are a significant driving force behind the achievement of these standards, and we need more like-minded people to help us continue providing for our community.About youWe are seeking applications from those with previous health care experience, and from those who are dynamic, friendly and can demonstrate a high level of initiative. You will be committed to high standards of practice, be well organised and have excellent communication skills.It is important that candidates are motivated, flexible, have a level of maturity about them and of course plenty of enthusiasm. Our induction includes a two-day training programme to ensure you are fully equipped to under the role as a valuable part of the team. Our ideal candidate will:Be proactive and hands-on with an eye for what needs doing nextBe organised, reliable and able to think logically and prioritiseUse initiative and works confidently independently, while also being a great team playerBe flexible and willing to turn your hand to a wide variety of tasksBe caring, respectful and communicates well with patients, whānau and colleaguesTake pride in doing things well and contributing to safe, high-quality patient careWe'd love to hear your storyAlong with your CV, please include a cover letter telling us who you are, what motivates you and why this opportunity caught your attention. A genuine, thoughtful cover letter helps your application stand out and gives us a sense of what you could bring to our team.If you're looking for more than a traditional ACNM role and want the opportunity to lead, influence and help shape the future of dialysis care across Southern, we'd love to hear from you.Working at Health New ZealandHealth 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 ApplyTo apply please click apply now.  All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal by 15 October 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Mikayla Hamilton mikayla.hamilton@tewhatuora.govt.nzWe will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.