Tend is a modern GP practice with multiple clinics in Christchurch. We are hiring for a Primary Care Assistant (PCA) for our Beckford clinic.

You will be tasked with the initial patient interaction, medical admin, assisting clinicians & general in clinic duties. This will be a 0.8FTE or 4 day per week role. 

We offer a competitive salary with ability to grow your career as our PCA's play a vital role in the delivery of our healthcare services. This is a full time permanent position. You will be responsible for:

• Managing and re-stocking equipment and linen in the clinic
• Keeping clinical areas tidy
• Assisting with Minor Procedures 
• Chaperoning examinations as needed
• Onboarding New Patients 
• Opportunistically updating patient information and measurements as per scope
• Communicating with patients via. Telephone, messaging and face to face. 
• Support achieving clinical performance targets and audits with support from the Clinical Nurse Lead. 

We have a diverse range of clinicians & experienced non-clinical team working onsite at our newly renovated clinic. 

Experience Required: 

• NZQA qualification at level 3 or equivalent/above
• Preference for NZQA Level 4 NZ Certificate in Health and Wellbeing or willingness to work towards
• Previous work experience in a healthcare setting, preferred.
• Strong learning ability and agility to work in a dynamic environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills across multiple channels, including in-person, messaging software(s), phone and digital platforms
• Ability to prioritise and multi-task in a busy environment

We can not accept any candidates without existing NZ work rights.