Health Care Assistant - Emergency Department

Overview Location: Hutt Hospital • Contract: Permanent, Part Time 0.7 FTE • Rostered and Rotating Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. The organisation focuses on partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence. This role supports the Emergency Department (ED) team by contributing to patient care and assisting with a range of clinical and non-clinical tasks within defined boundaries. Responsibilities Assist with delegated patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Midwife (RM). Support the interdisciplinary team to meet patient/client needs in the Emergency Department. Perform cleaning, housekeeping, and clerical duties as required within scope of practice. Be flexible to work across all areas of the ED; cover testing, clinical and non-clinical duties as assigned. Participate in training for specific tasks and adhere to service area requirements. Contribute to quality practice and improved patient safety; align with District and Nursing goals and values. Maintain professional accountability for actions and work within policy and delegation of an RN or RM. About You Essential: Health Assistance Level 3 or equivalent, or prepared to complete within specified timeframes. Desired: Previous experience in a health care setting is desirable. Friendly, caring and empathetic manner; ability to remain calm and act quickly in emergencies. Good communication skills and the ability to follow instructions. Ability to deal with sickness and distressing medical situations; delivering an exemplary standard of care. Innovation and critical thinking; commitment to sustainable practice. About Health New Zealand Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is committed to providing excellent healthcare and fostering a diverse, inclusive workforce. We promote equity and welcome applicants from all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, and abilities. How to Apply To apply, please click "apply now" and submit your application online through our careers portal. For any questions about the role, contact [email protected]. Additional Information We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of the advertisement. #J-18808-Ljbffr