Health Care Assistants - Matariki - Casual

Health Care Assistants - Matariki - Casual

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

About the Role

We're looking for experienced Health Care Assistants (HCAs) to join our team at Matariki Continuing Care. At Matariki we support patients through recovery, rehabilitation, and ongoing health needs. If you thrive in a dynamic environment, are committed to delivering compassionate, high-quality care for older adults, and you want to be part of a team that's focused on delivering excellent, patient-centred care, we'd love to hear from you.

As an HCA in our service, you'll be an important part of a multidisciplinary team that supports patients with a wide range of acute medical needs. We're looking for HCAs who are motivated, reliable, and genuinely care about making a difference to patients during what can be a challenging time.

Experience in an acute or hospital setting is preferred. You'll need to be comfortable working any shift, and be able to stay calm and focused in a busy environment.

Key responsibilities:

• Support patients with personal care (washing, dressing, mobility, toileting).
• Assist with meals and monitor fluid/food intake.
• Help with patient transfers and mobility using safe techniques.
• Keep patient areas clean and organised.
• Follow infection control procedures and health and safety policies.
• Work closely with the nursing team to provide high-quality, compassionate care.
• Support the nursing and medical teams with basic clinical tasks under supervision.

As a part of the wider Waikato District, we can offer you:

• A strong supportive and collegial work environment.
• Access to quality training and professional development opportunities.
• Professional on the job training.

As well as having the opportunity to develop your nursing skills we are a very cohesive team at Matariki and teamwork is highly valued and supported. Come and join our amazing team of Nurses and Health Care Assistants

About you

• Compassionate, reliable, and patient-focused.
• Experienced in a healthcare or hospital environment (preferred).
• A strong communicator with great teamwork skills.
• Flexible, organised, and eager to support a busy clinical service.
• Enthusiastic about learning and developing in a healthcare setting.

If you thrive in a collaborative environment where no two days are the same, this is the role for you.

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 our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

To apply please click Apply online or apply via our Waikato Careers website. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before 11:59 pm on 30 October 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Shivani Kulkarni at Shivani.Kulkarni@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz.

Job Reference: - WAI32909

Location: - North Island - Waikato - All values

Job type: - Casual

Expertise: - Clinical - Health Care Assistant - Hospital / Community - Clinical - Health Care Assistant - Hospital / Community

Closes: - 30-Oct-2026