Newborn Hearing Screener/Office Assistant to Newborn Hearing Screening Coordinator

Paediatrics

Health New Zealand/Te Whatu Ora - Whanganui

Permanent 20 hours per week

Health NZ/Te Whatu Ora Whanganui is committed to increase the diversity of our workforce, and actively focus on employing and building a sustainable Māori workforce which supports our pro-equity commitment. 

Ko te kaupapa | About the role

• This position works principally within the Paediatric Department and Maternity Ward. Services are delivered in both inpatient and outpatient settings including rural settings.
• To deliver safe and high quality Universal Newborn Hearing Screening Services in accordance with the Universal Newborn Hearing Screening standards and procedures.
• To provide administration and coordination assistance to the Newborn Hearing Screening coordinator's office

Ko koe tēnei | About you

• Have an ongoing commitment to the values of the organization and whanau centred care focus.
• A certificate of New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing with Newborn Hearing Screening strand is desirable but not necessary as you will be supported in achieving this within 12 months of commencement.
• The ability to complete additional training as required to fulfil the Newborn Hearing Screening Standards and Procedures.
• Computer literacy and experience working with/understanding of MS Word, Excel, Outlook, relevant tools
• Outstanding people and relationship skills with an ability to build rapport quickly; networking to maintain and develop effective working relationships
• Use verbal and written communication skills effectively, listens actively and shares relevant information
• Make the best use of time available, allocating the right time to the right activities, assigning priorities to tasks based on an understanding of importance and urgency requirements
• Accept full responsibility for self and contribution as a team member; display honesty and truthfulness; confronts problems quickly; displays a strong commitment to organisational success
• Uses initiative to identify what needs to be done and takes action to achieve standards of excellence beyond job expectations

Ngā hua o te Mahi i Te Pōari o Whanganui | Working at Te Whatu Ora Whanganui

-          We will support you to achieve the New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing with Newborn Hearing Screening strand within 12 months of commencement

-          Training for office assistance/coordination will also be provided.

Ngā hua o te Mahi i Te Pōari o Whanganui | Working at HealthTe Whatu Ora Whanganui

Ko wai mātou | Who are we

Our vision is He Hāpori Ora - Thriving Communities, with our mission being 'to improve health and independence through a responsive and integrated health system'. We ensure health care places people and their whānau at the centre of everything we do with and for them. We support and empower individuals and whānau to determine their own wellbeing and are committed to working in authentic partnership with other health care providers, iwi, government, social and community agencies to build strong, resilient, connected people and whānau.

Whanganui is a great little progressive city with a friendly chilled vibe. Great café culture, schools and sporting opportunities with some of the best all year-round weather in the country. The rugged west coast beaches on your doorstep allow for all year surfing, fishing or just walking for miles. Skiing and hiking on mount Ruapehu just an hour up the road, Whanganui has all your bases covered for a family friendly lifestyle.

Whanganui's reputation for having some of the best value-for-money housing in New Zealand is another big-plus for many people settling in the city. With most suburbs only 15 minutes from the central business district or Whanganui Hospital residents don't have to compromise on location to make the most of their leisure time or afford a better property.

Check out www.discoverwhanganui.nz/visit/ to see what your new home could look like.

Me pēhea te tono | How to apply

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For more information, please email Stacey Howes at Stacey.Howes@wdhb.org.nz

Rā Katinga | Applications close

Applications close: 7th February 2025 (or as soon as a suitable candidate is found)

‘Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible and before the closing date -  applications will be reviewed as they are received and interviews may take place for suitable candidates following application. This vacancy will potentially close earlier than indicated if a suitable candidate has been identified'