Healthcare Assistant - Ward

We are looking for a Healthcare Assistant to join our Ward team on a full-time basis (1.0 FTE).

This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a supportive healthcare environment where you'll work alongside Registered Nurses and Enrolled Nurses to help deliver exceptional patient care.

About the Role

As a Healthcare Assistant, you will play an important role in supporting patients throughout their hospital stay, helping to create a safe, comfortable, and positive experience from admission through to discharge.

This is a rostered position, and flexibility is required to meet the needs of the ward. Shift patterns will be discussed during the interview process.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• At least 2 years' experience working in a surgical or acute healthcare setting

• An NZQA Level 4 Healthcare Assistant qualification or equivalent recognised qualification (including internationally qualified nurses with an NZQA assessment)

• The ability to safely undertake the physical requirements of the role, including patient transfers, moving equipment, and extended periods on your feet

• A proactive and team-focused approach

• A commitment to providing respectful, culturally safe, and patient-centred care

• The legal right to work in New Zealand

Appointment will be subject to satisfactory police vetting and health screening.

What We Offer

• Competitive remuneration

• Ongoing training and development opportunities

• Access to wellbeing initiatives

• Recognition and reward programmes

• Planned closure over the Christmas and New Year period

• A supportive and collaborative team environment

About Ormiston Hospital

Ormiston Hospital is a private surgical hospital committed to delivering excellent patient care and exceptional service. Since opening in 2009, we have continued to invest in modern facilities, advanced technology, and our people.

As a joint venture with Southern Cross Healthcare, we are proud to provide high-quality surgical services supported by experienced healthcare professionals and a strong culture of teamwork, respect, and continuous improvement.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. From the moment patients arrive to the time they leave our care, every member of our team contributes to creating a positive and supportive experience.

To learn more about us, visit www.ormistonhospital.co.nz.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may be conducted throughout the advertising period. We encourage interested candidates to apply early.

Please note: Ormiston Hospital is not an Accredited Employer and is unable to support Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) applications or provide visa sponsorship for this role. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in New Zealand.