Health Care Assistant

New Zealand Government
Full-time nelson, nelson Healthcare
Posted:
June 16, 2026
Location:
nelson, nelson, New-Zealand

Job Description

Overview

Health Care Assistant (HCA) to join our Cancer Services team at Nelson Hospital. Permanent part time 0.5 FTE (40 hours a fortnight). Opportunity to learn and further develop your skills.

Responsibilities

  • Provide practical assistance to support safe patient flow, timely service delivery, and a positive patient experience.
  • Support Registered Nurses to focus on direct clinical care and complex patient needs.
  • Assist with the delivery of cancer care services at the relocated Oncology Facility located on campus but separate from the main hospital.
  • Support the multidisciplinary team to expand service delivery and maintain appropriate skill mix.
  • Contribute to efficient and safe day-to-day operations, including duties related to walking, transporting equipment, and assisting patients as required.

About the Service / Team / Location

The service is relocating to a new Oncology Facility and expa...

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Job Overview

Job Type: Full-time
Location: nelson, New-Zealand
Posted: June 16, 2026
Deadline: July 26, 2026