Healthcare Assistants
Full Time Minimum 30 hours guaranteed.
ANZSCO 423111
Location Waikato Region
Number of positions: 15
Immediate start available
We are looking for exceptional people with curiosity, a warm heart and an innovative spirit and someone who can work like our residents who take every opportunity for continued growth and well-being, we expect our team to demonstrate a willingness to grow and learn everyday.
As a Healthcare Assistant, you will work under the guidance of a Registered Nurse to provide quality clinical care.
Some Duties include but not limited to:
- Report to the charge nurse and complete delegated tasks in a timely manner
- Residents personal care tasks i.e. hygiene, grooming, toileting
- Including mobilising, shaving, brushing of teeth and hair
- Maintain documents in resident healthcare records
Skills and Experience
- New Zealand Certificate in Health and well-being level 2 or equivalent is preferred, but not essential!
- Experience as an HCA and a desire to build a career within a growing industry.
- You are on your feet most of the day, so it is important you are physically fit and able to work the shifts assigned.
- People skills with empathy for the elderly and their families.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
Available shifts
- Weekly roster includes weekend and possible night shifts
What we offer
- $22.70 - $27.20 per hour based on experience
- A supportive work environment.
- Opportunities to advance your career
- A comprehensive orientation programme
- Training and study opportunities
Incentives
- Mileage and travel allowance
- Additional weekend and night hourly rates
Successful candidates must be eligible to work in New Zealand, hold a full New Zealand driver s license, able to drive to different locations, and pass reference checks.