Administration Officer - District Nursing

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

The friendly District Nursing team are looking for an experienced Administration Officer to join the team.

This role will effectively contribute to the smooth running of the District Nursing Service by providing efficient and timely administration support that is responsive and flexible to the changing needs of the service / organisation.

As a pivotal member of our team, you will be a quick thinker who will be able to deliver effective, confidential and professional support to our staff, providing robust secretarial, clerical and reception services.

Responsibilities will be varied and cover reception and office administration duties including but not limited to :

• liaising with consumers and whanau
• data entry and maintenance
• keeping records and files up to date
• coordinating meetings and clinics
• coordinating office operations
• transcriptions
• appointment booking
• typing.

About the Team / Service / Location

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora - Southern has the largest geographical coverage of all the New Zealand regions, providing services to 350,000 people in diverse communities.

We take pride in all the services we provide, and our aim is to improve, promote and protect the health of our region.

We believe that our dedicated and passionate staff are a significant driving force behind the achievement of these standards, and we need more like-minded people to help us continue providing for our community.

About you

You will have a high level of computer competency, organisational and communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines and use initiative.

To be successful in this role you will also :

• have previous administration or reception experience
• maintain an exceptionally high level of confidentiality
• be enthusiastic and friendly with a good work ethic
• have a friendly manner alongside outstanding customer service
• have knowledge of the health sector (desired but not essential).

View position description.

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 serve 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 Tuesday, 28 October

If you have any questions about the role, please contact Mikayla Hamilton

We 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.