Health Care Assistant, New Zealand

Health Care Assistant Jobs in New Zealand

    • Auckland Council | Veterinary Nurse | Auckland

    Veterinary Nurse

    Auckland Council

    $63  -  $74 k/yr

    On Site • Fixed Term Contract + 1
    Auckland
      Auckland Council | Veterinary Nurse | Auckland

    Veterinary Nurse

    $63  -  $74 k/yr

    Auckland Council

    Auckland

    On Site • Fixed Term Contract + 1
    • Geneva Healthcare | Support Worker | Dunedin

    Support Worker

    Geneva Healthcare

    $23 .38  -  $29 .10/hr

    On Site • Full Time
    Dunedin
      Geneva Healthcare | Support Worker | Dunedin

    Support Worker

    $23 .38  -  $29 .10/hr

    Geneva Healthcare

    Dunedin

    On Site • Full Time
    • NZCL | Team Leader | Christchurch

    Team Leader

    NZCL

    $23 .38  -  $29 .10/hr

    On Site • Full Time
    Christchurch
      NZCL | Team Leader | Christchurch

    Team Leader

    $23 .38  -  $29 .10/hr

    NZCL

    Christchurch

    On Site • Full Time
    • Geneva Healthcare | Support Worker | Kumeū

    Support Worker

    Geneva Healthcare

    On Site • Full Time
    Kumeū
      Geneva Healthcare | Support Worker | Kumeū

    Support Worker

    Geneva Healthcare

    Kumeū

    On Site • Full Time
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    Caregiver

    Metlifecare

    On Site • Part Time
    Mount Maunganui
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    Caregiver

    Metlifecare

    Mount Maunganui

    On Site • Part Time
    • Metlifecare | Caregiver | Palmerston North Metlifecare | Caregiver | Palmerston North Metlifecare | Caregiver | Palmerston North Metlifecare | Caregiver | Palmerston North
    New

    Caregiver

    Metlifecare

    On Site • Casual
    Palmerston North
      Metlifecare | Caregiver | Palmerston North
    New

    Caregiver

    Metlifecare

    Palmerston North

    On Site • Casual
    • Metlifecare | Caregiver | Christchurch Metlifecare | Caregiver | Christchurch Metlifecare | Caregiver | Christchurch Metlifecare | Caregiver | Christchurch

    Caregiver

    Metlifecare

    On Site • Casual
    Christchurch
      Metlifecare | Caregiver | Christchurch

    Caregiver

    Metlifecare

    Christchurch

    On Site • Casual
    • Metlifecare | Caregiver | Kerikeri Metlifecare | Caregiver | Kerikeri Metlifecare | Caregiver | Kerikeri Metlifecare | Caregiver | Kerikeri

    Caregiver

    Metlifecare

    $24 .13  -  $30 .03/hr

    On Site • Full Time
    Kerikeri
      Metlifecare | Caregiver | Kerikeri

    Caregiver

    $24 .13  -  $30 .03/hr

    Metlifecare

    Kerikeri

    On Site • Full Time
    • NZCL | Team Leader - Cambridge | Levin

    Team Leader - Cambridge

    NZCL

    $23 .50  -  $29 .10/hr

    On Site • Full Time
    Levin
      NZCL | Team Leader - Cambridge | Levin

    Team Leader - Cambridge

    $23 .50  -  $29 .10/hr

    NZCL

    Levin

    On Site • Full Time
    • Healthcare New Zealand | Support Worker | Auckland
    Recently Posted

    Support Worker

    Healthcare New Zealand

    $23 .50  -  $29 .10/hr

    On Site • Full Time + 1
    Auckland
      Healthcare New Zealand | Support Worker | Auckland
    Recently Posted

    Support Worker

    $23 .50  -  $29 .10/hr

    Healthcare New Zealand

    Auckland

    On Site • Full Time + 1
    • Healthcare New Zealand | Support Worker | Christchurch

    Support Worker

    Healthcare New Zealand

    $23 .38  -  $29 .10/hr

    On Site • Part Time + 1
    Christchurch
      Healthcare New Zealand | Support Worker | Christchurch

    Support Worker

    $23 .38  -  $29 .10/hr

    Healthcare New Zealand

    Christchurch

    On Site • Part Time + 1
    • Healthcare New Zealand | Support Worker | Auckland

    Support Worker

    Healthcare New Zealand

    $23 .50  -  $29 .10/hr

    On Site • Casual + 2
    Auckland
      Healthcare New Zealand | Support Worker | Auckland

    Support Worker

    $23 .50  -  $29 .10/hr

    Healthcare New Zealand

    Auckland

    On Site • Casual + 2
    • Healthcare New Zealand | Community Support Worker | Whakatāne

    Community Support Worker

    Healthcare New Zealand

    $23 .38  -  $29 .10/hr

    On Site • Part Time + 2
    Whakatāne
      Healthcare New Zealand | Community Support Worker | Whakatāne

    Community Support Worker

    $23 .38  -  $29 .10/hr

    Healthcare New Zealand

    Whakatāne

    On Site • Part Time + 2
    • Healthcare New Zealand | Support Worker | Wellington

    Support Worker

    Healthcare New Zealand

    $23 .38  -  $29 .10/hr

    On Site • Part Time
    Wellington
      Healthcare New Zealand | Support Worker | Wellington

    Support Worker

    $23 .38  -  $29 .10/hr

    Healthcare New Zealand

    Wellington

    On Site • Part Time
    • Healthcare New Zealand | Community Support Worker | Lower Hutt

    Community Support Worker

    Healthcare New Zealand

    $23 .38  -  $29 .10/hr

    On Site • Part Time + 1
    Lower Hutt
      Healthcare New Zealand | Community Support Worker | Lower Hutt

    Community Support Worker

    $23 .38  -  $29 .10/hr

    Healthcare New Zealand

    Lower Hutt

    On Site • Part Time + 1
    • NZCL | Team Leader | Hamilton

    Team Leader

    NZCL

    $23 .50  -  $29 .10/hr

    On Site • Full Time + 1
    Hamilton
      NZCL | Team Leader | Hamilton

    Team Leader

    $23 .50  -  $29 .10/hr

    NZCL

    Hamilton

    On Site • Full Time + 1
    • NZCL | Team Leader | Te Awamutu

    Team Leader

    NZCL

    $23 .38  -  $29 .10/hr

    On Site • Full Time
    Te Awamutu
      NZCL | Team Leader | Te Awamutu

    Team Leader

    $23 .38  -  $29 .10/hr

    NZCL

    Te Awamutu

    On Site • Full Time
    • Healthcare New Zealand | Support Worker | Dunedin

    Support Worker

    Healthcare New Zealand

    $23 .38  -  $29 .10/hr

    On Site • Full Time + 1
    Dunedin
      Healthcare New Zealand | Support Worker | Dunedin

    Support Worker

    $23 .38  -  $29 .10/hr

    Healthcare New Zealand

    Dunedin

    On Site • Full Time + 1
    • Healthcare New Zealand | Support Worker | Lower Hutt

    Support Worker

    Healthcare New Zealand

    $23 .38  -  $29 .10/hr

    On Site • Full Time + 1
    Lower Hutt
      Healthcare New Zealand | Support Worker | Lower Hutt

    Support Worker

    $23 .38  -  $29 .10/hr

    Healthcare New Zealand

    Lower Hutt

    On Site • Full Time + 1
    • Healthcare New Zealand | Support Worker | Dunedin

    Support Worker

    Healthcare New Zealand

    $23 .38  -  $29 .10/hr

    On Site • Full Time + 1
    Dunedin
      Healthcare New Zealand | Support Worker | Dunedin

    Support Worker

    $23 .38  -  $29 .10/hr

    Healthcare New Zealand

    Dunedin

    On Site • Full Time + 1
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Auckland Council

Veterinary Nurse

  • Posted 1w ago
  • On Site
  • Full Time, Fixed Term Contract
Salary

$63  -  $74 k/yr

Job Description

Date: 8 Apr 2025
Location: West Auckland, NZ, 1010
Company: Auckland Council

  • Fixed term role based in Henderson Animal Shelter
  • Support surgeries, consultations, and animal care
  • Salary ranges from $63,000 and $74,000 plus KiwiSaver


He angitūtanga: The Opportunity
Join a newly created team at Auckland Council as a Veterinary Nurse in the Animal Management unit, based at the Henderson Animal Shelter. In this key role, you'll support veterinarians during surgeries and consultations while ensuring the highest standards of animal care and welfare. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of animals and contribute to the success of the shelter.

This is a full-time fixed term role until April 2026. Location is in Henderson Animal Shelter.

He kōrero mōu: About You
You're a compassionate and skilled Veterinary Nurse with a passion for animal welfare. You thrive in a team environment and are eager to support veterinarians and staff while maintaining high standards of care. Your ability to handle animals of various sizes and temperaments, along with your strong organisational skills, will ensure smooth operations. You’re also proactive in educating others and maintaining clinic hygiene standards, contributing to a healthier shelter environment

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist with surgeries, including preparation, monitoring, and post-operative care.
  • Support consultations, ensuring animals are comfortable and equipment is ready.
  • Administer medications, treatments, and maintain accurate medical records.
  • Provide compassionate care and education for pet owners on post-operative care and general animal health.
  • Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in the clinic and surgical areas.
  • Assist with training staff on disease control, animal husbandry, and welfare.
  • Participate in community outreach and education programs as needed.
  • Support other council units, such as Parks and Community Facilities, with veterinary services.


Key Skills

  • Proficiency in assisting with surgeries and animal handling.
  • Strong communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills.
  • Compassionate and patient approach to animal care.
  • Ability to educate and train staff on animal care and welfare.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to maintain hygiene standards.
  • Flexibility to support other council units as needed.



Job Requirements

  • Diploma or degree in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent.
  • Current registration with the New Zealand Veterinary Nursing Association (NZVNA) or eligibility to register.
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience as a veterinary nurse in a veterinary clinic or animal shelter.
  • Full New Zealand driver’s license.


Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What We Offer
Auckland Council is the largest local government council across Oceania, serving over 1.7 million people and contributing towards making Tāmaki Makaurau an Auckland we can all be proud of.

We offer a range of employee benefits and proudly support flexible working options where possible.

View a snapshot of some of our employee benefits HERE.
Help us make a difference to Tāmaki Makaurau.
Me Tono Ināianei! Apply now!
Salary ranges from $63,000 and $74,000 plus KiwiSaver and benefits.
Find a copy of the position description here: https://bit.ly/4ia0Yoh
Applications close 21 April 2025.

The role is deemed safety-sensitive and will require a pre-employment drug & alcohol test prior to offer.
Auckland Council is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and we are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.

Desired Soft Skills

  • Coordination
  • Communication
  • Time Management

Benefits and Perks

  • 🧕
    Inclusive Workspace
  • 🌿
    Wellness Program
  • 📈
    Professional Development
  • 🎉
    Employee Discounts and Rewards
  • ⚰
    Funeral Cover
  • ⏰
    Flexible Work
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