Clinical Administration Support

About the Company At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, we are committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders, grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi. Our organization values a diverse and inclusive workforce, ensuring we can effectively meet the needs of our community. We welcome applications from individuals of various backgrounds, including Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. About the Role We are seeking a Clinical Administration Support professional to join our team at Nelson Hospital in a permanent full-time capacity. This role plays a crucial part in facilitating patient flow through our hospital system and supporting our clinical teams. As a Clinical Administration Support member, you will be responsible for a range of administrative tasks that include managing our patient information system, scheduling appointments, handling elective bookings via wait-lists, and ensuring the efficient processing of documentation. We are looking for a personable and capable administrator who possesses outstanding communication and organizational skills. While dictaphone experience and a typing speed of 50 words per minute would be advantageous, what matters most is your ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. This position requires you to work 80 hours per fortnight (1.0 FTE), Monday to Friday, with specific hours to be discussed. About the Team/Service/Location Our Clinical Administration team is integral to the smooth operation of our healthcare facilities. By providing essential administrative and secretarial support, we empower our clinical teams to focus on delivering exceptional patient care. We pride ourselves on being a great place to work, offering professional development and career growth opportunities, job security, and workplace wellness programs. For more information on living and working in Nelson, we encourage you to explore the resources available. About You To be successful in the Clinical Administration Support role, you should: - Be a personable and cooperative administrator with strong organizational skills. - Possess a bright, outgoing personality, excellent interpersonal skills, and a passion for delivering high-quality customer service. - Be a competent typist with a sound knowledge of the MS Office Suite. - Show empathy and respect for maintaining patient confidentiality. - Demonstrate the ability to manage a busy workload effectively. Knowledge of medical terminology would be an advantage, although it is not essential. Please note that the successful candidate must be eligible to work in New Zealand or hold a valid New Zealand visa at the time of application. Working at Health New Zealand At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, we are dedicated to providing excellent healthcare to the people of New Zealand. We embrace diversity and inclusivity within our workforce, ensuring we are well-positioned to understand and serve our community. How to Apply To apply for this role, please click 'apply now.' All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by 17 January 2026. If you have any questions regarding the position, please reach out to: Sonja Rae (Recruitment) at sonja.rae@tewhatuora.govt.nz or Penny French (Team Leader Clinical Support) at penny.french@nmdhb.govt.nz. Job reference: R1N25-313 We will review applications as they are received and may proceed with the recruitment process prior to the closing date of this advertisement. While Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.