Job Description
Permanent, part-time (0.9 FTE 72 hours/fortnight)
Rotating, rostered shifts
Are you a health care assistant looking for a challenge? Do you work well as part of a team and are able to use your prioritisation skills and initiative?
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
In this role you will work within the cardiac cath lab providing support and assistance to the multi-disciplinary team caring for patients undergoing a variety of cardiac procedures. The successful applicant will be flexible, with good prioritisation and time management skills.
Key responsibilities:
Provide patient care, support patient flow and assist with tasks delegated by a Registered Nurse.
Support the nursing team to deliver a clean, safe, organised and tidy environment for patients and staff.
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About the Team/Service
Waikato Hospital is a tertiary referral centre for the Waikato District, with our multidisciplinary team providing a wide range of cardiac diagnostic and interventional procedures. Alongside four labs, we have a 14-bed unit that provides pre and post procedure care to our patients from the hours of 0700 to 2030 hours - Monday to Sunday.
About you
You will bring to the role:
Previous experience within a healthcare setting
Experience working in an acute setting within a New Zealand hospital is desirable
Demonstrated ability to be flexible and adaptable
Excellent time management skills
Excellent communication skills and a solution-focused attitude
Demonstrated prioritisation and problem-solving skills
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 by clicking here.
All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before 11:59 pm on Friday, 22 May 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Robyn Payne at [email protected]
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advert.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Health Care Assistant - Cath Lab position is now open for candidates interested in the Nurse / Compounder Jobs sector. This role in Hamilton offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Nurse / Compounder Jobs is a plus.
