Full Time (1.0FTE), Fixed term

Counties Manukau Health is a dynamic and progressive organisation at the forefront of innovative health delivery. Our Community Health Services are embarking on an exciting phase of transformational change that includes implementing interdisciplinary and integrated approaches to patient and family care.  

We have exciting opportunity available for experienced HealthCare Assistant to join our interdisciplinary team based at the Mangere Refugee Centre. The successful applicant must be qualified and flexible with a willingness to learn and make a commitment to fill this position.

The Healthcare Assistant will work in a collaborative practice team as a care partner assisting the Nurse Lead and Registered Nurse(s) to meet the health needs of the resident population of Te Āhuru o Mōwai o Aotearoa. From time to time you will also be Assisting the Clinical Administrator to support organisation of Health Services e.g. booking and ordering

There will be demands to meet deadlines, maintain accuracy and quality of information. Failure to do so could impact on the organisation in terms of organisational effectiveness and timeframes.

This is an exciting time to be working in the community and establishing new ways of working. If you have the enthusiasm, we can provide the support. You will be given a comprehensive orientation. 

Essential

• HealthCare Level 4 Certificate
• Experience in health Care setting
• A strong commitment and genuine interest in quality and service improvement
• The ability to work independently and be a team player

Preferred

• Refugee experience
• Women’s health
• Primary Care
• Paediatric
• Smear taking
• Vaccinator