Info for Healthcare Professionals
Supporting Healthcare Providers Across Aotearoa
Hire Health Limited is a nurse-led medical device rental service dedicated to improving patient access to essential medical equipment. Founded and operated by Registered Nurse Jo Vickery, we understand the clinical needs of healthcare providers and the challenges patients face in accessing medical devices.
We partner with GP practices, hospitals, and hauora organizations across New Zealand to provide flexible, cost-effective medical device rental solutions for your patients.
Why Partner with Hire Health?
Nurse-Led Clinical Expertise
- Founded and operated by a Registered Nurse who understands clinical workflows and patient care requirements
- Clinical consultation available to ensure appropriate device selection for patient needs
- Evidence-based approach to device recommendations
Flexible Rental Solutions
- Short-term and long-term rental options to match patient recovery timelines
- No large capital investment required for your practice or patients
- Devices available when patients need them, without lengthy procurement processes
Seamless Patient Access
- Simple referral process that integrates with your existing workflows
- Direct delivery to patients' homes across New Zealand
- Reduces barriers to care for patients who cannot afford to purchase devices outright
Support for Māori Health Providers
- Experienced working with hauora organizations to improve health equity
- Culturally responsive service delivery
- Flexible arrangements to support whānau-centered care
Comprehensive Technical Support
- Remote technical support via phone and email
- Device setup guidance for patients and clinical staff
- Troubleshooting assistance throughout the rental period
Pilot Programs & Bulk Rental Options
Pilot Programs for Healthcare Organizations
We offer flexible pilot programs designed to help your organization trial medical device rental services before committing to a long-term partnership:
- 3-Month Pilot Program: Test our service with a small cohort of patients to evaluate clinical outcomes and patient satisfaction
- Customized Device Selection: Work with us to identify which devices best meet your patient population's needs
- Data Collection Support: We can provide rental data and patient feedback to help you assess program effectiveness
- No Long-Term Commitment: Evaluate the service risk-free with flexible terms
Bulk Rental Arrangements
For GP practices, hospitals, and hauora organizations with ongoing device needs:
- Volume Discounts: Preferential pricing for organizations referring multiple patients
- Priority Access: Guaranteed device availability for your patients during high-demand periods
- Streamlined Billing: Consolidated invoicing options for organizational accounts
- Dedicated Account Support: Direct contact with our team for faster service
Flexible Partnership Models
- Patient-Direct Rental: Patients rent directly from Hire Health with your referral
- Organizational Rental: Your organization rents devices to loan to patients
- Hybrid Arrangements: Customized solutions to fit your funding and workflow requirements
Technical Support & Clinical Consultation
Comprehensive Support for Healthcare Providers
- Clinical Consultation: Speak directly with our Registered Nurse founder to discuss patient needs and appropriate device selection
- Remote Technical Support: Phone and email support for device setup, troubleshooting, and patient questions
- Provider Training: Brief orientation sessions available for clinical staff on device features and patient education
- Responsive Service: Quick turnaround on queries to minimize disruption to patient care
Device Quality & Safety
- All devices maintained to manufacturer specifications
- Regular safety checks and cleaning protocols
- Compliance with relevant medical device standards
- Clear usage instructions provided with every rental
Working with Māori Health Providers
Hire Health is committed to supporting hauora organizations in delivering equitable healthcare to Māori communities. We understand the importance of whānau-centered care and offer flexible partnership arrangements that align with kaupapa Māori health service delivery.
Our Experience:
- Established partnerships with Māori health organizations across Aotearoa
- Flexible service delivery models to support community-based care
- Culturally responsive communication and support
Success Stories
Te Korowai Hauora o Hauraki Partnership
We're proud to partner with Te Korowai Hauora o Hauraki, a leading Māori health provider in the Hauraki region. Through our ongoing partnership, we've supported their patients with timely access to medical devices, helping to reduce health inequities and improve patient outcomes in their community.
"Working with healthcare organizations like Te Korowai Hauora o Hauraki demonstrates the impact that accessible medical device rental can have on patient care and health equity." - Jo Vickery, RN, Founder
Get Started
Ready to explore a partnership?
We'd love to discuss how Hire Health can support your patients and your practice. Whether you're interested in a pilot program, bulk rental arrangements, or simply want to learn more about our services, we're here to help.
Contact us:
- Submit a referral: Visit our Healthcare Professional Referral page to refer a patient
- Discuss a partnership: Contact us to explore how we can work together
- Request a consultation: Schedule a time to speak with our clinical team about your organization's needs
Referral Form
Click here to send us a referral for your patient. We'll make contact with them ASAP to arrange delivery of an ECG or 24 hr ABPM device.
Funding options
Along with privately paying customers, we work with whare hauora and GP clinics who have applied for SIA funding for ECG device rental through their PHO.
Services to Improve Access (SIA) funding is available for all PHOs to reduce inequalities among those populations that are known to have the worst health status:
- Māori
- Pacific people
- those living in NZDep index 9–10 decile areas.
The funding is for new services or improved access for high needs patients and is additional to the main PHO capitation funding for general practice-type care. Funds are allocated according to the number of people from these population groups enrolled in the PHO.
If you're eligible to use SIA funding for a patient, the ordering would be done by your clinic. Please get in touch to arrange.
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Example report - 24 hr ABPM
This is an example of the report sent to the patient's GP/NP on completion of the recording period.
Quality
Example report - portable ECG device
This is an example of the report sent to the patient's GP/NP on completion of the recording period. All raw ECG recordings will also be sent in a zipped file.
QUALITY
Single-lead ECG
This is a sample ECG taken using a single-lead ECG device.
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6-lead ECG
This is a sample ECG taken using a 6-lead ECG device.
Our aim to is decrease your workload and assist patient's in getting answers quicker.
Struggling to get symptomatic ECG recordings in clinic?
Do you have patients living rurally that find it difficult to come into your clinic?
We are set up and ready to go to assist with all of these patients.
Please get in touch for a chat.