Health & Wellbeing Screener
Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand · Contract
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- Openings
- 1
- Posted
- 1 week ago
- Work mode
- In office
- Eligibility
- Applicants must have New Zealand residency or a valid New Zealand work permit to be eligible.
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Job description
About the Role
We are seeking a passionate and proactive Health & Wellbeing Screener to join our heart screening team based in the Nelson region. This contract position offers up to 30 hours per week with no late-night shifts and public holidays off. You will operate mainly from home, travelling to nearby pharmacies to deliver cardiovascular health screenings using our portable CardiAction Heart & Artery Screening Service.
About the Company
Health Screening NZ offers the CardiAction screening service, a globally recognized initiative that detects early signs of cardiovascular disease. Serving community pharmacies, we provide vital 20-minute appointments involving pulse wave analysis tests, result explanations, and personalized lifestyle advice to help reduce cardiovascular risk.
Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate is forward-thinking, empathetic, and motivated by preventative healthcare. You are committed to enhancing client wellbeing through non-judgmental, educational lifestyle guidance. Self-driven, you are open to travel and ready to contribute meaningfully to our mission of making affordable, accessible healthcare available to all New Zealanders.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver CardiAction screening services at partner pharmacies within your local area and possibly beyond.
- Maximize community engagement by offering flexible working hours to screen as many people as possible.
- Complete all required medical and operational training to uphold service quality.
- Organize and manage appointments efficiently using booking systems and support marketing initiatives.
- Introduce innovative marketing and workflow strategies to enhance business operations.
- Provide support for screenings at additional venues such as workplaces as needed.
- Collaborate with management and pharmacy hosts to potentially expand or introduce new services to maximize service utility during designated hours.
Required Qualifications and Skills
- Healthcare background preferred, including experience in natural health retail; nursing experience is an advantage.
- Possession of professional indemnity insurance.
- High standards of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality.
- Community work experience with cultural competence and the ability to work independently.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to foster trust and customer loyalty.
- Proficiency with various IT platforms such as patient databases, email, and video conferencing tools.
- Eligibility for the role requires New Zealand residency or a valid work permit.
- Full New Zealand driver’s license and reliable vehicle for travel to screening locations.
Benefits and Work Conditions
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
- A collaborative, supportive, and encouraging work environment.
- Competitive remuneration package with additional incentives based on outstanding client feedback.
- Flexible working hours with school-hour options.
- Potential career progression to Team Leader roles.
- Maximum 30 hours per week commitment with negotiated schedules.
How to Apply
If you are ready to impact community health positively and be part of a dedicated team, please submit your CV and cover letter addressing the role. Interviews will begin upon receipt of applications.