Administration Support - Dental at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Lakes, Bay of Plenty

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Administrator Support Community Oral Health Service

Based in Rotorua 

Permanent position - 40 hour weekly

Monday Friday

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

The Team Administrator provides administrative support to the Community Oral Health Service clinical team. Daily tasks may include assisting Rotorua, Taupo and Turangi service requirements and clinics with scheduling needs, organising internal and external administrative duties and supporting the service to provide timely and efficient dental health services.

About the Team

The Community Oral Health Service provides dental services to children across Rotorua, Taupo and Turangi. The service operates community fixed dental clinics, mobile dental units and also provides oral health education and promotion activities. The COHS is a dedicated multi-skilled team of Dental Therapists, Oral Health Therapists and Dental Assistants.

Health New Zealand |Te Whatu Ora Lakes provides healthcare from its two modern and progressive general hospitals in Rotorua and Taupo, New Zealand. The Lakes district is becoming the lifestyle destination of choice and is well known for its many outdoor recreational activities, family friendly beaches, and a growing multi-cultural community. Working at Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora Lakes provides a great opportunity to balance an amazing lifestyle with a rewarding professional experience.

As well as a supportive, inclusive and diverse work environment, Health New Zealand |Te Whatu Ora Lakes offer competitive salary, free staff parking, free flu vaccination, discounts (with local businesses), and access to Employee Assistance Program.

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About you

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Experience working in a team administration for one - two plus years
• A positive attitude with strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• At least two years of customer service experience
• Well-developed communication and critical thinking skills and skills in Microsoft applications
• The ability to prioritise work and take proactive approach to manage their time and workload
• A strong commitment to quality healthcare
• Be capable of working independently and within a team

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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 before end of posting date. If you have any questions about the role, please contact vacancy@lakesdhb.govt.nz. The selection process starts from the date of advertising. Due to the fast-paced nature of our roles, the vacancy close date may be subject to change.