National Travel Assistance Coordinator
Whakatane Hospital - Permanent Part-time
- Live, work and play in the sunny Eastern Bay of Plenty
- Subsidised Onsite Hospital Gym Membership + Wellness Programme + Staff Carparking
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.
About the Role
We are interested to hear from highly skilled and experienced Administrators who are looking to expand their skillset. This role supports members of our community, enabling them to access specialist healthcare services.
Our National Travel Assistance Coordinators assist with arranging transport and/or accommodation to allow patients from the Eastern Bay of Plenty to attend and receive services which are in other parts of the country. You will be working alongside clinical staff to support these patients and their whanau so that we can work to reduce inequities in service provision.
Working at Whakatane Hospital, you will be part of a dynamic team supporting provision of Allied Health services to our communities. This is a permanent part-time position working 20 hours per week.
About the Location
Boasting some of the most sunlight hours in New Zealand, Whakatane offers award winning beaches for both surf and fun. Be still and listen to the native bird chorus in our bush clad walkways, plus swim in the cleanest freshwater lakes around.Come join our team who are already enjoying a uniquely rewarding lifestyle outside of the main cities. Whakatane is small but mighty, featuring all the things you need whilst remaining within easy travel to Tauranga and Rotorua for that little bit extra.
For more information on living and working in Whakatane click here.
https://careers.tewhatuora.govt.nz/locations/bay-of-plenty/
About you
Our preferred candidate will have:
- Excellent computer skills
- Experience working in a healthcare environment
- Exemplary interpersonal skills
- Excellent time management skills
- Ability to prioritise within a busy work environment
Working at Health New Zealand
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Maori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.
How to Apply
To apply please click "apply now." All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal by 20th July 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact BP-careers@tewhatuora.govt.nz.