Emergency Department Reception/Administratorat Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Southern -

Ōamaru HospitalPermanent, part

• time role (0.42 FTE)Salary range $73,476
• $76,551 depending on experienceCome and be part of an amazing team making a real difference in our local communityHealth 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 roleThis is a part-time, rotating fortnightly roster, as follows:Week 1
• Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday 4:15pm to 9pmWeek 2
• Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday 4:15pm to 9pmWe are seeking an experienced and compassionate administrator to join our Emergency Department team at Ōamaru Hospital.

As the first point of contact for patients and their whānau, you play a vital role in creating a welcoming, calm, and supportive environment during what can be a stressful time.In this role, you will:deliver exceptional front-of-house customer service, ensuring patients are greeted warmly and guided confidently through our processesprovide timely and accurate administrative support, helping to set patients and their whānau up for a smooth journey through our departmentwork closely with both clinical and non-clinical staff, supporting them with essential administrative tasks that keep the Emergency Department running efficiently and effectively.This is a dynamic position that provides the opportunity to contribute to exceptional patient care throughout our organisation.View position description.About the Team/Service/LocationAt Ōamaru Hospital, our Administration team plays a vital part in supporting patient recovery and the overall delivery of care.

In this role, you'll make a meaningful contribution by providing accurate, efficient, and timely administrative support.

• ensuring that patients, their whānau, and our staff receive the support they need, exactly when they need it.Beyond the hospital, the Waitaki district offers an exceptional lifestyle.

• there's something here for everyone.

Add to that our famous steampunk culture, little blue penguins, boutique breweries, award‑winning eateries, and endless opportunities for camping, boating fishing, surfing, skiing, hiking, and enjoying a world‑class cycle trail.Whether you love the outdoors, culture, or community living, Waitaki truly has it all.For more information on living and working in Ōamaru, click here.About youAs an Emergency Department Receptionist/Administrator, you will be someone who:stays calm under pressure and thrives in a fast‑paced, dynamic environmentprioritises tasks effectively, meets deadlines, and takes ownership of your workmaintains strict confidentiality and handles personal information with care and respectengages compassionately and professionally, demonstrating cultural responsiveness in every interactionhas strong computer skills and a high level of accuracy and attention to detailcommunicates clearly and works collaboratively, supporting a multidisciplinary teamoperates confidently and independently, using sound judgement with minimal supervision.Working at Health New ZealandHealth 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 Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.How to applyTo apply please click 'apply now'.

If you have any questions about the role, please contact Deb McDonald deb.mcdonald@tewhatuora.govt.nzWe will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.We only accept online applications.

Please apply via our website.