Healthcare Assistant - Cardiology Service

Healthcare Assistant - Cardiology Service Ward 12 and Coronary Care Unit, Christchurch Hospital Shifts - Monday to Sunday shift work, ideally with a preference forafternoon and night shift Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmlygrounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders. About the Role Healthcare Assistants are instrumental in providingcare to patients and supporting the clinical team. As a Healthcare Assistant you will assist nursing staff with patient cares whilst maintaining a safe and clean work environment on the ward. About the Service Our Coronary Care Unit (CCU) is a 9bedded specialised unit where our patients present with a number of life‑threatening cardiac events that require close observation, continuous cardiac monitoring and often urgent interventions. Ward 12 has 28 beds for patients with a variety of cardiac conditions. About You We are seeking a Healthcare Assistant with a passion and commitment to the delivery of high standard of care for the patients. Enthusiastic and motivated, you will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and enjoy working in a fast paced, forward thinking, supportive environment. Skills and Experience: Healthcare experience is highly advantageous Excellent communication and interpersonalskills Effective problem solving and decision‑making skills Ability to work efficiently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team Initiative and a proactive approach to work Strong computer skills and administration experience is an advantage Working at 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 service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. How to Apply To apply please click ' apply now '. All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal by Sunday 19th July . Job details Job Reference: Job Reference: PC4226784 Location: South Island - Canterbury - Christchurch Job type: Job type: Permanent Full time Expertise: Non-clinical - Health & Clinical Support Workers - Health & Clinical Support Workers #J-18808-Ljbffr