Hospital Aide - Rangiora Maternity

Casual position available0.5FTE (40 hours per fortnight) permanentposition availableRangioraMaternity, Rangiora Health HubHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principlesof Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system thatserves all New Zealanders. About the Service Rangiora Maternity is situated in alovely rural setting 30 minutes' drive from central Christchurch. It is a 10bedded Primary Maternity Unit, providing both birth and postnatal care.Thereis also an outreach obstetrics and gynaecology clinic held at the facility toensure care closer to home for wahine/women who live in North Canterbury. Theunit forms part of the Rangiora Health hub which also has outpatient clinicsfor a range of public health services and provides Meals on Wheels for thecommunity.The Rangiora Health Hub is continuing togrow in response to needs of the community. About the Role A Hospital Aide isan integral part of our team and we are looking for a someone who has excellentcommunication skills, a positive attitude and the ability to use theirinitiative. You will enjoy being busy and don't mind that the role can be attimes be physically demanding.As a Hospital Aidein a healthcare setting, you will be become well accustomed to working within a fast-paced environment and prioritising your tasks continuously as your dayevolves. The Hospital Aide role has a large component of housekeeping and supportingthe midwives in their day to day duties. We currently have two positions available. Please indicate in your personalised cover letter, which role(s) you are applying for. The permanent 0.5FTEposition involves an 8-week rotating roster across mornings and afternoons,balanced with other Hospital Aides' rosters. On occasion there may be anightshift available, but not part of the usual roster pattern. 0.5FTE is 5shifts over the fortnight. The casual role isto cover annual leave and sick calls, so shifts maybe allocated 1-2 weeks inadvance or consulted for short notice sick calls. About You Excellent customer service skills andthe abilityto work in an inclusive team environment. A high attention to detail and the ability to relate to patients and their families. A good use of initiative and problem-solving skills. Excellent time management skills and a willingness to learn. Working at Health New Zealand Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellenthealthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that isdiverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand andservice our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific,disabled, and rainbow communities. #J-18808-Ljbffr