Administration Support - Casual at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora South Canterbury, Timaru Hospital

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Administration Support - Casual

Administration Team | Timaru Hospital
Casual opportunities covering planned and unplanned leave

Make a Difference Every Day

At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, every role contributes to improving the health and wellbeing of our communities. Guided by the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, we are building a healthcare system founded on partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence.

We're looking for enthusiastic, organised, and adaptable people to join our Administration Team at Timaru Hospital. If you enjoy variety, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and take pride in delivering outstanding service, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for.

About the Role

No two days are the same in this dynamic role. As a Casual Administration Support team member, you'll receive training across a range of hospital departments, allowing you to provide essential cover for planned and unplanned staff leave. Your flexibility and professionalism will help ensure our hospital continues to deliver exceptional care to patients and their families.

Whether you're welcoming visitors, supporting clinical teams, coordinating appointments, or assisting behind the scenes, your work will play an important part in keeping our hospital running smoothly.

Our hospital operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Casual opportunities are available across both weekday positions (Monday to Friday, between 7:00 am and 5:00 pm) and rostered shift-based roles, offering flexibility to suit different lifestyles.

Why You'll Love Working With Us

• Be part of a supportive, friendly, and collaborative team.
• Enjoy a varied role where every day brings something new.
• Gain experience across multiple hospital departments.
• Make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients, whānau, and the wider community.
• Work in an environment where your contribution is genuinely valued.
• Develop your administrative and customer service skills within New Zealand's public health system.

About You

You're someone who enjoys helping others and remains calm and organised, even when things get busy. You build positive relationships easily and take pride in providing exceptional service.

You'll bring:

• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• The ability to prioritise competing tasks and meet deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and a high level of accountability.
• Confidence communicating with colleagues, patients, families, and external stakeholders.
• A genuine commitment to outstanding customer service.
• A professional approach with strict respect for confidentiality.
• Sound computer skills and previous administrative experience.
• A flexible, positive attitude and willingness to learn new systems and departments.

Join Our Team

If you're looking for a rewarding role where your administrative skills can make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you. Bring your enthusiasm, professionalism, and passion for helping people, and become part of a team dedicated to delivering exceptional care to our community.

Apply today and help make a difference where it matters most

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. 

Salary Range

This role is covered by the terms and conditions of the PSA Collective, and the Pay Scale, determined on relevant experience.

How to Apply

Please apply for this vacancy online at https://scdhb.careercentre.net.nz

If you have any questions regarding this role, please contact Human Resources by phoning 03 687-2230.

Close Date: Open