Health Care Assistant – Wellington Emergency Department

About the role

Te Whatu Ora (Health New Zealand) is recruiting a Health Care Assistant (HCA) for its Emergency Department at Wellington Hospital. The position is permanent, at minimum 0.5 FTE up to 1.0 FTE, on a rostered and rotating basis. Only current Te Whatu Ora employees are accepted.

The Emergency Department is a Level 6 service providing acute and emergency care to patients and their families, working within a multidisciplinary team. The HCA supports both patients and clinical staff in a fast-paced environment, helping deliver safe, patient-centred care alongside a skilled nursing team.

Key responsibilities

• Assist with personal care
• Promote patient comfort and mobility
• Provide essential clinical support

Required profile

• Dependable, compassionate and able to stay calm and focused under pressure
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment and value teamwork
• Communicate clearly and respectfully, upholding the dignity and comfort of patients
• Flexibility to work rostered shifts across Sunday to Monday

Required skills

• Health Care Assistance Certificate Level 3 or 4 (or equivalent)
• Experience in a healthcare or related service environment
• Safe moving and handling
• Good computer skills and willingness to learn new systems

To apply, use the online careers portal; applications are reviewed as received and may be processed before the closing date.