Allied Health Assistant

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role



Allied Health Unit, Southland Hospital

• Salary band - $65,975 - $85,193 pa pro rata, Kiwisaver and car park
• Join our team on a fixed-term basis until April 2026
• Full-time (40 hours per week) opportunities available
• Join us as we change the future of healthcare in Southern NZ

Mō te tūranga - About the role

We have an exciting opportunity for experienced Allied Health Assistants to join our Allied Health team at Southland Hospital. We are seeking motivated and personable individuals to work alongside Allied Health professionals and provide crucial support in patient care, rehabilitation, and discharge planning. These positions involve tasks within the Assessment, Treatment, and Rehabilitation ward but may extend to contributing to the acute inpatient wards.

Ngā whakararuraru matua - Key responsibilities:

• Collaborate with Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Social Workers, Speech and Language Therapists, and Dietitians
• Support patient care, rehabilitation, and discharge planning initiatives
• Contribute to tasks within the Assessment, Treatment, and Rehabilitation ward, as well as acute inpatient wards

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Mōu ake - About you

To thrive in this position, you should demonstrate the following:

• An outgoing and friendly demeanour with excellent interpersonal skills for patient interactions
• Ability to conduct groups or communicate effectively to diverse audiences, showcasing initiative
• Positive team-oriented work ethic and a willingness to acquire new skills
• Proficiency in basic computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Clear understanding and demonstration of boundaries concerning privacy
• Adaptability and flexibility to work effectively with clients in a dynamic health environment

Painga - Benefits

• Contribute to enhancing clients' health and well-being.
• Enjoy variability in day-to-day tasks
• Experience the beauty of Southland's coastlines and a family-friendly community
• Access training and development opportunities
• Receive subsidized gym membership, discounted health insurance, and banking offers
• Access a range of retail discounts and Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Mō mātou - About us

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora - Southern serves a diverse community of 350,000 people across the largest geographical coverage in New Zealand. Our commitment is to improve, promote, and protect the health of our region, and we rely on dedicated and passionate staff to achieve these goals. The Allied Health team in the Assessment, Treatment, and Rehabilitation ward is collaborative, high-functioning, and fun. We offer a supportive teaching environment with a mix of permanent experienced clinicians, assistants, and junior rotators. Southland encourages safe delegation through Clinical Task Instructions, allowing assistants to work autonomously and grow their capabilities.

If you are ready to contribute to our community's well-being and be part of a collaborative and supportive team, we invite you to apply for this rewarding opportunity.

Utu whānui - Salary range

This role aligns with the DHB/PSA Allied, Public Health, Scientific and Technical Multi-Employer Collective Agreement and falls between Step 3 ($65,975) and Step 7 ($84,193) of the Technical/ Non-degree qualified scale.

Rā mōnehu - Closing date: Thursday, 25 April 2024.

Due to the fast-paced nature of what we do, our vacancy close dates may be subject to change. Don't delay, make sure you apply as soon as possible.

Tono ināianei - Apply now

For further information please contact Katie Procter, Recruitment Advisor, all conversations will be confidential in nature Katie.Procter@southerndhb.govt.nz

Pre-employment checks

In the interests of protecting our people and our patients, all appointments will be subject to the following:

• Occupational health assessment
• Police vetting/Ministry of Justice safety checks
• Serious misconduct checks (previous Public Service departments and statutory Crown entities only)

To apply

We only accept online applications. Please apply via our website: https://careers.southernhealth.nz/