Administrator - Laboratoryat Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Waikato - - Taupo
Anatomical Pathology Laboratory, Waikato Hospital Permanent Full time 40 hours per week salary package/MECA/competitive salary + KiwiSaverThis is a unique position providing administration support for the Histology/Cytology LaboratoryAre you a people person who likes being part of a tight knit team delivering diagnostic services to clinicians and patients?Do you enjoy being productive, collaborating with others and organising yourself to achieve a variety of tasks in a busy work environment?
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 RoleWe seeking a dedicated and highly organised administrator to join our friendly and supportive Anatomical Pathology Laboratory team.This role plays a vital part in providing administration support to Pathologists, Scientists and Technicians working onsite in the Histology Laboratory Office at Waikato Hospital.Key responsibilities of the role:General administration tasks for departmentProvide support to MDM Coordinator and clinical meetingsResource planner and data entry for payrollAdministration of department duty rostersStock management, ordering, receipt of goods for the departmentPoint of contact for suppliersAdministration of laboratory reports, case referrals and expert reviewsMonitoring department mailbox, responding to queries and problem solvingMeetings coordination and minute takingAdministration support for recruitment and credentialing Click here to view the position description.
About the ServiceOur team of pathologists, scientists and technicians are supported by a modern, well equipped histology and cytology laboratory. We have access to a wide range of diagnostic stains and techniques. The Waikato Hospital Anatomical Pathology Laboratory processes over 20,000 surgical cases and over 2000 cytology cases per year.About youSkills and experience youll need to be considered for the role:Excellent administration, customer service and interpersonal skillsSelf-motivated and thrives in a busy environmentDemonstrates a perceptive and proactive approach to administrationReliable and trustedA positive can do attitude with genuine desire to assist othersExperience in an administration role within a healthcare setting preferredProven knowledge of Windows-based applications and quick to learn new applications/systemsExcellent verbal and written communication skillsProven organisational skills, attention to detail and problem solving skillsExcellent time management skills, including the ability to prioritise appropriatelyCompetency with Te Ao Māori, Tikanga, and Te Reo Māori or a commitment to starting your journey and taking ownership of your learning and growthExperience in projects / initiatives which give effect to Te Tiriti principals and frameworks, and the application of Mātauranga Māori and Kaupapa Māori approaches, particularly as they apply in healthcare settings 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 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 29 September 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Shivani Kulkarni at Shivani.Kulkarni@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advert.
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