Theatre Administrator at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Waikato -
About the RoleThe role is to provide administrative support to the PACU team. The person will work very closely with the PACU Charge Nurse Managers to help with aspects of the administration services. You will be required to be a team player that is open to learning all aspects of the role.This is a varied role suited to someone who is able to work well in a team environment, prioritise workloads, and enjoys the challenges of working in an ever-changing environment.
Click here to view the position description. Required skills & experience:To possess excellent communication, time management and organisational skillsTo be accurate, with great attention to detailTo be a team playerTo have a strong customer service focusProven and demonstrated experience in an administration roleMicrosoft Office computer skills.Previous Theatre Administration experience is essential.
Why us:The Waikato District Health Board (DHB) is one of the largest of 20 DHBs in New Zealand.We plan, fund and provide health and disability support services to a population of more than 400,000. We run five hospitals across the district a tertiary hospital in Hamilton, a secondary hospital in Thames, and three rural hospitals in Te Kuiti, Taumarunui, and Tokoroa.Waikato Hospital in Hamilton is one of New Zealands largest tertiary, teaching hospitals with over 600 inpatient beds and 22 operating theatres.
Clinical specialities include Womens and Children Services, Cardiology / Cardiothoracic Surgery, Oncology and Haematology, Surgical services, and Mental Health and Addiction. Waikato Hospital is the Midland regional referral centre for multiple specialties including trauma surgery, oncology, and neurology.We are a values based and inclusive organisation that is committed to deliver the best health outcomes for our total population.To do this we are working hard to develop a robust and capable workforce that reflects the population we serve. We strongly encourage applicants from all backgrounds with the necessary capability and who share our values to apply and would greatly value seeing more applicants from our Māori communities.
How to ApplyTo apply please click Apply online or apply via our Waikato Careers website by clicking here. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before 11:59 pm on 19 June 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Ekeraam Jones at Ekeraam.Jones@TeWhatuOra.govt.nzWe will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.