Radiology Booking Administrator at Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Taranaki, Taranaki

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• 2 full-time permanent positions available

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 a friendly, organised, and customer-focused Radiology Booking Administrator to join our team. In this key role, you will be responsible for the efficient scheduling and coordination of radiology appointments across a range of modalities, including General X-ray, Ultrasound, CT, MRI, Nuclear Medicine, and Interventional procedures. You'll be the first point of contact for patients, referrers, and the public, ensuring a welcoming and professional experience for all. Working closely with the wider Radiology team, you’ll manage waiting lists, support clinical workflow, and help maintain the smooth operation of our busy department.

For information on the salary band and the position description, please click here. 

About the Service 

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Taranaki employs approximately 350 allied health professionals across its services, and we’re growing our inpatient physical health rehabilitation team by 60%. You will be joining a friendly team that is diverse in skills and experience, a team that welcomes collaboration and that values the contribution of each team member. Our team provides rehabilitation care across acute and non-acute inpatient wards as part of Allied Health, and we’re happy to support other teams to ensure their success. 

For more information on living and working in Taranaki, click here.

About you

To be successful in this role, you will have previous experience as an administrator, receptionist, or in a customer service role, and have:

• Proven knowledge of medical terminology and experience working closely with clinical teams.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and the ability to identify and resolve issues.
• Clear and professional verbal and written communication.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a diplomatic and respectful approach.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• A commitment to quality and accuracy, with a willingness to learn and grow.
• Effective time management skills and the ability to prioritise in a fast-paced environment.

About Taranaki 

• Do you want to work for an employer known for their focus on employee wellness? 
• Would you like to work with a passionate and innovative team? 
• Join us on the slopes of Taranaki Maunga!

New Plymouth was named the most liveable city, for a population between 75,000-150,000, by the International Awards for Liveable Communities 

Taranaki boasts some of New Zealand’s most iconic natural landscapes, like Mt Taranaki and many adventure activities.The rugged and wild coastline is home to more than 12 world-class surf breaks. Taranaki is a placewhere you can ski and surf on the same day.For a more relaxing experience, there are many walks (bush, coastal or mountain) as well as art trails, festivals and award-winning museums and galleries and a thriving café culture.Clickhereto read more information about Taranaki. 

Te Whatu Ora Taranaki is a large organisation(2,400 staff) operating in the exciting, changing Health sector to a population of 116,600 people. To learn more about our culture, view the video on ourcareers page. 

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 27 April 2025. Forfurther information,please get in touch with Chriss Willis, Radiology Admin Team Leader, Chriss.Willis@tdhb.org.nz or Sarah Caswell, Radiology Manager, Sarah.Caswell@tdhb.org.nz

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advert.