Healthcare Assistant – Perioperative

Whakatane Bay of Plenty, New Zealand
Nursing & Clinical Jobs

Job Overview

  • Date Posted
    November 4, 2026
  • Expiration date
    December 5, 2026
  • Based at Whakatane Hospital
  • Permanent Full-time Position 1 FTE (40 hours per week)
  • Subsidised onsite hospital gym membership onsite parking Discounted goods

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health systems that serves all New Zealanders.

About the Role

We currently have a permanent position available for a Health Care Assistant in the Perioperative department at Whakatane Hospital.

The successful applicant will be team player, have a positive attitude, excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Health care assistants work under the direction of a highly motivated, friendly and enthusiastic nursing team who are committed to delivering comprehensive quality care. We offer and support education opportunities.

About the Team/Service/Location

Join a high-performing team that thrives on promoting excellence and collaboration.

Based in the beautiful coastal town in the Bay of Plenty, the Perioperative Department is a hub of innovation and exceptional care, offering you the chance to grow and thrive in your career.

For more information on living and working in the Bay of Plenty click here

About you

The successful applicant will:

  • Have a caring nature with a good work ethic
  • Current experience working as an HCA in a health care setting or in a related health care service.
  • Have a certificate in Health Care Assistance of Level 3 or 4 is preferred

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Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal by 11th November 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact BP-Recruitment@Tewhatuora.govt.nz

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.
Additional Information

  • Job Field: Clinical-Health Care Assistants
  • Organization: Bay Of Plenty

Industry: Healthcare · Source: adhbrac.referrals.selectminds.com

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