Posted 16 July, 2026
Health Care Assistant - In Patient Mental Health
Taranaki District Health Board
Timaru, CAN, NZ
Full Time
Reference: 0930c0a6e12fc1b7
Job Description
Health Care Assistant - In Patient Mental Health Health Care Assistant - In Patient Mental Health Permanent, Part Time and Full Time (please advise your preference in your cover letter) Kensington Mental Health (Timaru Hospital Campus) Hours: 11pm - 7am About the Role The role provides administration support and support to clinical staff as required. Majority of tasks are data entry, auditing patient files and discharge paperwork. About You We're looking for a Health Care Assistant with an interest in administration associated with mental health services. Ideally you will have directly relevant work experience or have worked for a recognised healthcare provider and therefore you are able to bring this experience to the role. Strong administration skills, attention to detail and data integrity Excellent organisational skills and ability to prioritise workloads Experience in a patient management system such as Health Connect South (HCS) and SiPICS highly regarded Display genuine sensitivity (and cultural empathy) toward others Maintaining unfailing confidentiality in all respects Able to assist people with mental health care needs and deliver safe quality care and client‑centred services Present a friendly positive approach to colleagues, patients & visitors alike Utilise well developed communication skills to enhance patient experiences Take the initiative (i.e. sees something requiring attention and simply does it) Working for Health New Zealand Health 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 serve our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. This role is covered by the terms and conditions of the Nursing Collective, and the Pay Scale, determined on relevant experience. Job Details Job Reference: GDAL6138904 Location: South Island - Canterbury - Timaru and South Canterbury Job Type: Permanent Full time Expertise: Clinical - Health Care Assistant - Hospital/Community #J-18808-Ljbffr