Department Receptionist/Booking Coordinator
2 days ago
Department Receptionist & Booking Coordinator - Palmerston North Hospital
Benefits
An encouraging learning environment where you will continue to grow and be challenged
A professional and supportive culture and team setting
- Fulfilling and challenging work with great lifestyle options
- Tailored wellness programmes
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
We are seeking energetic, highly organised, accurate and efficient administrator to join our team working in the Orthopaedic service reception and outpatient clinic.
The hours are Monday to Friday. You will be working mostly from the main reception desk doing a mix of reception work, clinic bookings, data entry and other admin tasks, so multitasking is a must. This is a busy role, so excellent communication skills are paramount and a willingness to be a team player is important.
Other desirable attributes are the ability to maintain a high standard of accuracy and presentation, experience with medical terminology would be an advantage but not essential, the ability to work closely with colleagues and to manage a variety of tasks in busy environments. Also, you must be able to prioritise work and possess excellent organisational and time management skills. We all maintain a strong commitment toward quality improvement.
About the Team/Service
Our dedicated Outpatient team delivers high-quality, patient-centred care to a growing population across the Manawatū region and beyond. We're proud of our welcoming and supportive environment, where innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything we do.
If you're passionate about healthcare and looking for a place to thrive professionally while contributing to meaningful change, we'd love to have you on board.
Employing over 2500 people, MidCentral offers a supportive work environment that accepts and values all employees. We actively seek Māori kaimahi into our workforce and provide an environment which delivers our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
MidCentral region offers an excellent lifestyle for families with scenic spots for hiking and mountain-biking, great schools and tertiary institutions. With the mountains, city and sea at your doorstep, you'll get to taste the best of both worlds – the perfect blend of rural and city living.
About the Location
Manawatū is known for its effortless blend of city and rural living; here you can choose your ideal lifestyle, from peaceful rural villages, to bustling townships, or city life. It's a family-friendly place that's easy to live and work, with easy access to an array of outdoor activities – beaches, ski fields, lakes, mountains, as well as fantastic mountain biking and hiking tracks. No traffic and an easy commute to work, really help a with true work-life balance. Our fantastic central location means exploring other parts of New Zealand is easy as a drive or a short flight. We are well served with excellent schooling options, as well as two tertiary institutes – Massey University and the International Pacific College.
For more information on living and working in the Manawatu click here
About you
To be successful in this role, you will need to possess but not limited to the following:
- Proven experience in a people-facing administration role.
- Proficient knowledge of computer programmes.
- Accuracy and confidentiality
- Integrity and trust
- Respect and collaboration
- Delivering an exemplary standard of admin support to the team
- Ability to prioritise and meet deadlines/KPI's
- Excellent communication skills
- Flexibility, and willingness to be a team player
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 service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, 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 the advertised date. If you have any questions about the role, please contact our Recruitment Specialist, Denella Statham
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.
Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.
Closing Date: 2 December 2025
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