Healthcare Technician - Local Doctors - Kolmar Road

HEALTHCARE TECHNICIAN - LOCAL DOCTORS - KOLMAR ROAD

• Are you a member of Māori or Pacific communities who wants to contribute to helping ensure the communities we serve have the best possible healthcare?​
• Begin your healthcare journey with Tamaki Health!
• No prior healthcare experience?
• Are you eager to make a difference in healthcare services?

 

We offer comprehensive training to get you started!

Are you passionate about healthcare and eager to make a real difference in patients' lives? Join Tamaki Health as a Healthcare Technician and take the first step in an exciting and rewarding career.

 

About Tāmaki Health:

Tāmaki Health is deeply committed to the well-being of our communities, infusing care into every aspect of our work. As the largest independent primary healthcare group in New Zealand, comprising Local Doctors and the White Cross, we serve 230,000 enrolled patients across 45 clinics. Our mission is to enhance health and wellness by delivering accessible, top-tier medical services to our diverse patient base. 

 

Why Join Us?

• Premium Training: Receive top-notch training to excel in clinical support roles. 
• Career Growth: Clear pathways to advance within the healthcare industry.
• Supportive Environment: Work alongside experienced healthcare professionals dedicated to your success.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, health benefits, and continuous learning opportunities.

 

About the Role

As a Healthcare Technician at Tamaki Health, you will play a vital role in supporting patients, families/whānau, and our healthcare team under the guidance of a Registered Nurse. Your contributions will ensure our clinics run smoothly and efficiently, allowing us to deliver the best possible care to our patients. 

This is a fabulous opportunity to build a rewarding healthcare career!  We'll provide professional training in vaccinations, CPR, primary wound care, and other key healthcare services. This will equip you with valuable skills and knowledge to excel in this dynamic environment.

We offer a flexible work schedule: 

The ideal candidate should be adaptable and willing to work a mix of regular hours, weeknights, and occasional weekends. 

• Permanent part-time hours, 24 hours per week. 
• Available to work shifts at clinics from 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM, Monday through Friday.​​

 

Key Responsibilities

• Patient Care: Maintain patient confidentiality, assist with basic patient needs, and ensure a welcoming clinic environment. 
• Clinical Support: Perform tasks such as taking vital signs, conducting urine analyses, recording ECGs, and performing venipuncture.
• Education & Information: Aid in patient education on lifestyle management, smoking cessation, and other health topics.
• Clinic Operations: Organize medical supplies, assist with housekeeping duties, and ensure clean and well-stocked consultation areas.
• Health & Safety: Follow health & safety protocols to ensure a safe environment for patients and staff.
• Training & Development: Complete all required training and maintain competencies relevant to your role.

 

Qualifications

Don't worry if you don't have any of the following – we'll provide comprehensive training to get you up to speed! However, if you do possess any of these qualifications or skills, you'll have a head start in this role: 

Clinical experience preferred (roles such as a HCA, phlebotomists, overseas trained clinicians and vaccinating health workers)We encourage applications from candidates with diverse cultural backgrounds, including those with Māori and Pasifika heritage​. 

• Current CPR Certificate (Desirable) 
• Vaccinating Health Worker (Stage 1 & 2) (Desirable)
• Competency in vital signs, ECG, venepuncture, primary wound care, urinalysis, and pregnancy testing. (Desirable)
• Knowledge of the Treaty of Waitangi and MedTech Evolution (PMS) (Desirable)

 

Skills

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills 
• Positive and caring attitude, with a high level of motivation and professionalism
• Legal right to work in NZ and compliance with the Vulnerable Children Act 2014

Join Tamaki Health and join a team that cherishes compassion, dedication, and excellence. Apply today to embark on your healthcare journey with us! 

 

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and qualifications via SEEK/Careers portal.

Tamaki Health – Together, we thrive! 
 

​Only candidates with the right to work in New Zealand will be considered for selection.