Team Leader Admin - Outpatients

About the Company Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is committed to the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and aims to build a health system that serves all New Zealanders. With the largest geographical coverage of all New Zealand regions, we provide essential services to approximately 350,000 people in diverse communities. Our dedicated and passionate staff are vital in achieving high standards of care, and we are eager to welcome like-minded individuals to join our team. About the Role We are seeking a skilled administrator for a permanent, full-time position based at Dunedin Hospital. In this role, you will be responsible for the day-to-day coordination, assignment, and organization of clinical bookings for General and Surgical Outpatient Services. Your responsibilities will include distributing booking administrator duties and managing the administrative support services for clinical staff to ensure efficient service delivery. You will serve as a key point of contact for management and associated teams, facilitating optimal service provision. Additionally, you will plan, implement, and provide technical support and training to administration team members, ensuring adherence to best practice standards. You will also hold a delegated budget for office equipment and have the authority to authorize expenses. About the Team/Service/Location Our team at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora - Southern is dedicated to improving, promoting, and protecting the health of our region. We value the diverse communities we serve and pride ourselves on the quality of services we provide. Our staff are the driving force behind our success, and we are looking for individuals who share our commitment to community health. About You We are looking for an experienced administrator with strong communication skills to support our wider team and ensure the smooth operation of our department. Ideally, you will possess the following skills and experience: - A minimum of three to five years of experience in a busy administration role - Excellent verbal and written communication skills - The ability to work independently while also leading a successful team - Strong planning and organizational skills - Proven leadership abilities - A respectful nature, capable of handling confidential and sensitive information professionally Working at Health New Zealand At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, we are dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for all New Zealanders. We embrace diversity and inclusivity within our workforce, which enhances our ability to understand and serve our community effectively. We encourage applications from Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. How to Apply To apply for this position, please visit our online careers portal and submit your application by Wednesday, 18 June 2025. If you have any questions about the role, feel free to reach out to Mikayla Hamilton at mikayla.hamiltonb@tewhatuora.govt.nz. Please note that we will review applications as they are received and may initiate the recruitment process prior to the closing date. We only accept online applications, so please apply via our website.