Outpatients Administration Support Officer
Location: Hutt Hospital
Contract: Full time, Fixed Term
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we’re building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence.
About the Role
We have an exciting opportunity based in our Reception/Outpatient departments until 30th June 2027. You will be joining our multi-disciplinary team working in a clinic environment. We are looking for someone to provide administration support for our Outpatient Services. As part of this role you will providing clerical support to assist with the effective running for the service scheduling, booking outpatient appointments, & answering patient enquiries.
About the Team/Service/ Location
Outpatients covers various
specialities including; Plastics, Cardiology, Rheumatology, ENT, Eyes,
Audiology, General Outpatients, Diabetes, Respiratory & Paediatrics. We
have a happy supportive team who work together to achieve the best outcomes for
our people and their families
About you
As an excellent communicator, you will have a positive, enthusiastic, innovative and proactive approach that exudes confidence in people. You will be team focused and have an adaptable approach to practice.
In order to be successful in this role, you will ideally have:
• Knowledge and experience in an administration role – preferably in the health sector
• Ability to prioritise workload and manage multiple priorities
• Competent in using computer.
• Able to learn new web based clinical applications required for the role
• Excellent time management skills
• Experience in working with a multi-disciplinary team
• A sensitive approach to individualising care
• Excellent cultural awareness and safety
• Resilience in a very busy environment
Working at Health New Zealand
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is ‘the weaving of wellness’. We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand.
Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Health New Zealand are committed to being good employers and honouring our equal employment opportunity obligations. We embrace diversity and welcome application from all people, including all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, and disability. A workforce that is diverse and inclusive means that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We are pro-equity health organisation, with a particular focus on Māori, Pacific Peoples, and the Disability Community.
How to Apply
To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal.
If you have any questions about the role, please contact fiona.douglas@tewhatuora.govt.nz
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advertisement.
Fixed Term/Contract/Full Time
Job no: SS174-26
Location: Lower Hutt
Closing Date: Tuesday, 27 October 2026