10 Healthcare Support jobs in New Zealand

We are looking for Healthcare Assistants to join the team

The organisation actively promotes a healthy and safe working environment and ensures all staff adheres to organisation health and safety policies and procedures.  All staff are supported to take responsibility for their own health and safety in the workplace, ensuring that all relevant documentation is completed accurately and within 24 hours.

Permanent Full Time Healthcare Assistant Roles

Job Details:

• $26.94 - $34 per hour based on experience and/or qualification.
• 40 hours per week to be worked on a rotating roster basis between 8:30am to 5:00pm Monday to Friday. 
• Flexibility to work across centres in Bay of Plenty region is required.

What we offer:

Excellent team environment with strong company values - Kind, Excellence, Respect and Passion Employee shares, at no cost, for permanent employees.

Access to a range of generous staff discounts including medical insurance, banking, gym membership, retail, and many more.

Training opportunities available both within the organisation, and through external providers to maintain professional practice and knowledge

Opportunities for ongoing development and career progression – we love seeing our team grow!

What you’ll be doing:

You’ll follow clinic policy and procedures, and work under direction and delegation of a registered health professional.

With knowledge, skills and understanding to carry out the duties in a caring and compassionate way.

Assist registered professionals by completing personal care and other activities that do not require specialist nursing knowledge, judgement or skill.

Improve utilisation of limited resources within the general practice, and patient care, education, and nurse-led clinics.

See more patients and pursue medical interests, and shorter waiting times for patients.

• Act as chaperone as required
• Manage patient recall system
• Quality Improvement tasks/auditing
• Stocktake, stock management and rotation
• Ordering supplies and medications (excluding vaccines and controlled medications)
• Maintaining/ordering small equipment and other supplies (excluding emergency medication/equipment)
• Whanau Ora referrals as requested
• Minor surgery setup, assist and clean up
• Surgical equipment sterilisation and stock management
• Maintaining the stocking of essential supplies in the Practice Nurse, Nurse Practitioner and General Practitioners exam rooms including the monitoring of the surgical trolley supplied
• Linen changes and ensuring the weekly/PRN collection of the laundry
• Interrelationship with the team and their roles
• Basic patient recordings – temperature, pulse, respiratory rate, blood pressure, urinalysis, height and weight – routine follow ups only – not for triage or initial assessment
• Complete basic administration tasks if required 

What you’ll bring:

• A minimum of 3-year experience in a caregiving position or similar or Level 4 Health and Wellbeing qualification/equivalent.
• Great people skills with empathy.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• A kind and caring nature.
• Flexible multitasking and time management skills
  
  

Please only apply if you have the required qualification or experience. 

Permanent Full Time Healthcare Assistant Roles

Job Details:

$26.94 - $34.00 per hour based on experience and/or qualification.

60 - 80 hours per fortnight to be worked on a rotating roster basis. 

Normal rostered shifts will be up to 8 hours and no longer than 12. 

A variety of shifts are required to be worked each week including nights, weekends, and public holidays.

Flexibility to work accross our centres in Wellington region is required.

What we offer

Excellent team environment with strong company values - Kind, Excellence, Respect and Passion Employee shares, at no cost, for permanent employees.

Access to a range of generous staff discounts including medical insurance, banking, gym membership, retail, and manymore.

Free and confidential Employee Assistance Programme support service.

Opportunities for ongoing development and career progression – we love seeing our team grow!

What you’ll be doing:

You’ll be part of a team that puts respect and compassion at the heart of what it does, providing excellent care that reflects our resident’s individuality and their right to choice, respect, and dignity.

Providing exceptional personal care for our residents, under the guidance of a Registered Nurse.

Building friendly rapport with residents, staff, and visitors.

Following our company policies and procedures to create a safe environment for our residents.

What you’ll bring:

A minimum of 3 year experience in a caregiving position or similar or Level 4 Health and Wellbeing qualification/equivalent.

Great people skills with empathy for the elderly and their families.

Good written and verbal communication skills.

A kind and caring nature.

Flexible multitasking and time management skills

Please only apply if you have the required qualification or experience. 

As a Healthcare Assistant with Wofo, you’ll play a crucial role in supporting patients. Working in hospital settings and aged care, you’ll provide compassionate care while maintaining a safe, therapeutic environment.

At Wofo, we’re creating a supportive, responsive environment for healthcare professionals. With a commitment to flexibility, excellent communication, and responsive support, we empower you to make a difference.

Position Overview:
As a Healthcare Assistant with Wofo, you’ll play a crucial role in supporting patients. Working in hospital settings and aged care, you’ll provide compassionate care while maintaining a safe, therapeutic environment.

Responsibilities:

●    Support patients in their daily activities

●    Work collaboratively with healthcare professionals to provide tailored patient care

●    Assist with documentation and observe patients 

Requirements:

●    Level 4 Certificate in Health and wellbeing (or equivalent)

●    Empathy, patience, and strong communication skills

●    Ability to remain calm and focused in challenging situations

Why Wofo?

●    Flexible Scheduling: Choose shifts that work best for you.

●    A Supportive Team: Our responsive team is here whenever you need assistance.

●    Rewarding Work: Make a positive impact in the mental health field.

If you’re passionate about healthcare and ready to join a team that values your work, apply today!

To apply, please visit the below link and create your profile.

We are looking for a caring, reliable, and experienced person to provide full-time support for an elderly family member in a private home in Christchurch. This role involves overnight care, with the option to live in.

What we are offering:

• Secure, stable long-term role with a caring family environment

• Live-in option available – own room provided

• Weekly guaranteed minimum of 30+ hours

• Supportive working conditions, paid in line with NZ employment law (holidays, sick leave, etc.)

About the role:

• Overnight care and support, including assistance with personal care, companionship, and household help

• Meal preparation and ensuring daily routines are followed

• Flexible duties depending on needs of the family member

What we are looking for:

• Experience in elderly care is essential

• A healthcare certificate or similar qualification is preferred

• Compassion, patience, and good communication skills

• Hindi or Punjabi speaking is an advantage

• Must already have the legal right to work full-time in New Zealand with no restrictions

Pay:

• Negotiated based on experience and qualifications

• Indicative range $27–$30 per hour +  live-in rate with own room by agreement

If this sounds like you, please send your CV and a short note about your experience.

We APPQ Limited are looking to employ someone who can：

• Provide our residents with personal care as they accomplish daily tasks, including bathing, eating, dressing, grooming and using the restroom
• Maintain all care records in accordance with company policy and audit care records weekly to ensure accuracy
• Communicate any problems, concerns or issues to residents’ family members as needed
• Ensure all patients take medications as directed by health care providers
• Build rapport with residents by establishing personal connections and showing interest in their lives
• Respond to any safety or medical issues
• Lead daily group and individual activities for entertainment
• Any other duties the employer reasonably may require employee to perform.

Pay rate: minimum $28.25 / hour - maximum $30.00 / hour

Guaranteed hours of work per week: minimum 30 hours

Requirements for the job: 

• A Level 4 qualification or higher in a relevant field
• Or at least two year's relevant work experience
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with both residents and staff
• Flexible multitasking and time management skills
• Candidates need to be NZ citizens/residents

Lowie Healthcare is looking for experienced Nursing Support Workers to join us in Aotearoa/New Zealand.

Looking for a job to show your empathy and passion in the healthcare industry? Apply now!

What we offer:

• $26.16 an hour
• Guaranteed minimum of 30 hours per week
• Fixed-term full-time work (Rotating roster that may include occasional weekends and night shifts)
• Great company culture
• Career progression pathways

Our consultants go above and beyond to be fair, lead you to success, care for your well-being and prioritise your safety.


Your duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Following care plans of patients and providing personal care
• Monitors patient well-being and support nutrition, fluid balance, hydration & skin care
• Provides efficient assistance to nursing staff, including supplies management, clinic set up, plus administration tasks
• Identifies opportunities for health education and promotes within team
• Comply with the requirements of the Health and Safety in Employment Act 1992 and maintain a safe work environment and safety of self & others
• Maintains HCA core competencies, annual development plans and performance appraisal

The ideal candidate will ideally have:

• Attitude - a desire to help and support others, achieving excellence in all you do!
• A minimum bachelor’s degree in nursing
• Ability to work respectfully and collaboratively
• Be able to complete our mandatory training and attend training sessions
• 5 + years of experience in a healthcare setting
• Excellent communication skills
• NCEA level 4 or equivalent

Lowie Recruitment can offer you not just a job, but a career.

Lowie Recruitment is an equal opportunity employer. We are members of Diversity Works NZ and the Recruitment & Consulting Services Association (RCSA) of Australia and New Zealand. We are dedicated to providing a service that excels industry standards.

Lowie Healthcare is looking for experienced Nursing Support Workers to join us in Aotearoa/New Zealand.

Looking for a job to show your empathy and passion in the healthcare industry? Apply now!

What we offer:

• $26.16 an hour
• Guaranteed minimum of 30 hours per week
• Fixed-term full-time work (Rotating roster that may include occasional weekends and night shifts)
• Great company culture
• Career progression pathways

Our consultants go above and beyond to be fair, lead you to success, care for your well-being and prioritise your safety.


Your duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Following care plans of patients and providing personal care
• Monitors patient well-being and support nutrition, fluid balance, hydration & skin care
• Provides efficient assistance to nursing staff, including supplies management, clinic set up, plus administration tasks
• Identifies opportunities for health education and promotes within team
• Comply with the requirements of the Health and Safety in Employment Act 1992 and maintain a safe work environment and safety of self & others
• Maintains HCA core competencies, annual development plans and performance appraisal

The ideal candidate will ideally have:

• Attitude - a desire to help and support others, achieving excellence in all you do!
• A minimum bachelor’s degree in nursing
• Ability to work respectfully and collaboratively
• Be able to complete our mandatory training and attend training sessions
• 5 + years of experience in a healthcare setting
• Excellent communication skills
• NCEA level 4 or equivalent

Lowie Recruitment can offer you not just a job, but a career.

Lowie Recruitment is an equal opportunity employer. We are members of Diversity Works NZ and the Recruitment & Consulting Services Association (RCSA) of Australia and New Zealand. We are dedicated to providing a service that excels industry standards.

Lowie Healthcare is looking for experienced Nursing Support Workers to join us in Aotearoa/New Zealand.

Looking for a job to show your empathy and passion in the healthcare industry? Apply now!

What we offer:

• $26.16 an hour
• Guaranteed minimum of 30 hours per week
• Fixed-term full-time work (Rotating roster that may include occasional weekends and night shifts)
• Great company culture
• Career progression pathways

Our consultants go above and beyond to be fair, lead you to success, care for your well-being and prioritise your safety.


Your duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Following care plans of patients and providing personal care
• Monitors patient well-being and support nutrition, fluid balance, hydration & skin care
• Provides efficient assistance to nursing staff, including supplies management, clinic set up, plus administration tasks
• Identifies opportunities for health education and promotes within team
• Comply with the requirements of the Health and Safety in Employment Act 1992 and maintain a safe work environment and safety of self & others
• Maintains HCA core competencies, annual development plans and performance appraisal

The ideal candidate will ideally have:

• Attitude - a desire to help and support others, achieving excellence in all you do!
• A minimum bachelor’s degree in nursing
• Ability to work respectfully and collaboratively
• Be able to complete our mandatory training and attend training sessions
• 5 + years of experience in a healthcare setting
• Excellent communication skills
• NCEA level 4 or equivalent

Lowie Recruitment can offer you not just a job, but a career.

Lowie Recruitment is an equal opportunity employer. We are members of Diversity Works NZ and the Recruitment & Consulting Services Association (RCSA) of Australia and New Zealand. We are dedicated to providing a service that excels industry standards.

Lowie Healthcare is looking for experienced Nursing Support Workers to join us in Aotearoa/New Zealand.

Looking for a job to show your empathy and passion in the healthcare industry? Apply now!

What we offer:

• $26.16 an hour
• Guaranteed minimum of 30 hours per week
• Fixed-term full-time work (Rotating roster that may include occasional weekends and night shifts)
• Great company culture
• Career progression pathways

Our consultants go above and beyond to be fair, lead you to success, care for your well-being and prioritise your safety.


Your duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Following care plans of patients and providing personal care
• Monitors patient well-being and support nutrition, fluid balance, hydration & skin care
• Provides efficient assistance to nursing staff, including supplies management, clinic set up, plus administration tasks
• Identifies opportunities for health education and promotes within team
• Comply with the requirements of the Health and Safety in Employment Act 1992 and maintain a safe work environment and safety of self & others
• Maintains HCA core competencies, annual development plans and performance appraisal

The ideal candidate will ideally have:

• Attitude - a desire to help and support others, achieving excellence in all you do!
• A minimum bachelor’s degree in nursing
• Ability to work respectfully and collaboratively
• Be able to complete our mandatory training and attend training sessions
• 5 + years of experience in a healthcare setting
• Excellent communication skills
• NCEA level 4 or equivalent

Lowie Recruitment can offer you not just a job, but a career.

Lowie Recruitment is an equal opportunity employer. We are members of Diversity Works NZ and the Recruitment & Consulting Services Association (RCSA) of Australia and New Zealand. We are dedicated to providing a service that excels industry standards.