August 1, 2024

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora

Nelson

OTHER

Secretarial Support - Clinical Services

Casual role, hours on an as-per-needed basis
Nelson location

Have you got what it takes to pick up a range of casual assignments? We offer:

a supportive team environment
a flexible work life balance - by filling casual assignments that work in with your availability
new skills, or the opportunity to refresh your admin skills
a fun team environment - work alongside dedicated professionals

Join Health New Zealand l Te Whatu Ora Nelson Marlborough at a key time of change where you will meaningfully contribute to our kaupapa of creating a more equitable, accessible, cohesive, and people-centred health system. This is mahi that will improve the health and well-being of everyone in Aotearoa, and we've got an opportunity for you to be part of it.
Ngā mōhiohio e pā ana ki tēnei mahi (About this position)
We are looking for a personable and capable administrator, with outstanding communication and organisational skills, to join our casual pool of administration staff at the Nelson Hospital. You will provide administrative support to our consultants and clinical teams.
The casual pool is made up of administrators and secretaries who work on assignments of varying lengths. They train with the staff member who's leaving, and continue in the role until a permanent replacement is appointed. This can take several weeks, or even several months, while we find the right fit for the role.
As a casual staff member you - ll gain new skills and - learn the ropes - across a range of admin roles and service areas. You can take a break between assignments, or move onto your next assignment. You - ll gain valuable insight into working as a hospital administrator.
A typing speed of 50 words per minute is essential. Dictaphone experience and medical terminology would be advantageous but not essential. Our preferred applicants will be required to undertake a computer skills assessment.
Casual position (hours on an as-per-needed basis). The hours for this role could range daily from 7:00am - 7.00pm, Monday to Friday with possible weekend cover.
The starting salary for this position is $70,970 (pro rata i.e. based on a 40 hour working week).
Ko wai he kaitono tōtika? (Who is an appropriate applicant?)
You - ll respect the importance of maintaining patient confidentiality and will have demonstrated the ability to manage a busy workload. You - ll be bright, outgoing and possess excellent interpersonal skills, and will provide a consistently high standard of customer service to our team.
The successful candidate must be eligible to work in New Zealand or hold a valid NZ visa at the time of applying.
Ā mātou rōpū (About our team)
Health NZ Nelson Marlborough is the main health provider for Te Tau Ihu, the top of the south. With nearly 3000 employees, we are Nelson and Marlborough - s largest employer, which means the opportunities here are endless. Our main locations are Nelson and Wairau Hospitals, and the Richmond and Marlborough Health Hubs, but we are spread across the region and service all parts of the community. Our work can be challenging, but we are up for it. We have a great team and we work hard to make a difference. We value integrity, innovation, respect and teamwork.
Ētahi atu mōhiohio (More Information)
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Ngā huanga o tēnei mahi (The benefits of this position)
At Health NZ Nelson Marlborough , we encourage a workforce that is innovative, eager to learn and enhance their skills, and passionate about caring for our community. We do great work, and we need a great team to help us deliver.
We provide a great place to work with professional development opportunities, job security, and workplace wellness programmes.
Nelson Tasman is a place of stunning natural landscapes - lakes, mountains, rivers, native bush and beaches. The region is known for its relaxed lifestyle and year round dry and sunny days. Find out more at https://www.nelsontasman.nz/
Me pēhea ahau e tono ai? (How do I apply?)
For general enquiries please contact our recruitment team on vacancies@nmdhb.govt.nz or 03 539 5748.
Apply now, it - s easy. Please fill in our online application form and include a covering letter outlining your reasons for applying.
https://nmdhb.careercentre.net.nz
Ref: N24-335
Applications close: 1st November 2024. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so we encourage you to apply early.
Health NZ Nelson Marlborough strongly endorses Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
We believe that to achieve equity in health outcomes for Māori we need a workforce reflective of the population it serves. We strongly encourage applications from candidates who identify as Māori and we recruit for cultural competence.
He waka eke noa. We are all in this together.