Administration Support - Health Records

Health New Zealand | Bay of Plenty; Whakatāne; On-site; NZD 40,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in New Zealand is looking for a reliable team player for a part-time Administration Support role in Whakatāne. You'll maintain patient documentation and support clinical teams. Ideal candidates should have solid administrative skills, strong attention to detail, and be physically fit for tasks. This role offers the chance to work in a dynamic team dedicated to quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Proven administration skills, ideally in a high-volume or health-related setting.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate documentation and streamline patient information flow.
• Manage daily workloads and physically handle patient files.

Skills

Administration skills

Computer literacy

Attention to detail

Teamwork attitude

Job description

Overview

Administration Support – Health Records, Whakatāne

• Live and work in Whakatāne – a real close community with a stunning coastline and heart
• Part-time position – 0.5 FTE
• A busy, rewarding role supporting the wider hospital through high-volume administration mahi

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About The Role

If you thrive in structured environments where precision matters and no two days look quite the same, this part-time administration role could be just the fit. Supporting the Health Records department, you will play a vital role in maintaining accurate documentation and streamlining patient information flow across our hospital. From managing daily workloads to physically handling patient files, your mahi will directly support the delivery of safe and effective care.

About The Team/Service/ Location

The Health Records team forms part of the backbone of hospital operations, providing crucial administrative support that enables clinical teams to focus on patient care. Based at Whakatāne Hospital, the team is dynamic, hardworking, and supportive – proud of the vital service they deliver and the role they play in ensuring patient safety and quality care.

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About You

You are a reliable team player with a can-do attitude and solid administrative experience. You will be confident working in a structured environment with clear protocols, and you take pride in keeping things tidy, accurate, and moving efficiently. You will also be physically fit and prepared to take on repetitive tasks and some heavy lifting as part of your daily routine.

What You Will Bring

• Proven administration skills, ideally in a high-volume or health-related setting
• Good computer literacy and confidence learning new systems
• Physical fitness and comfort with repetitive manual tasks
• A flexible, team-focused attitude and ability to follow instructions
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy under pressure

Working for 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 Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How To Apply

To view the position description and/or apply for the role please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before 11:59pm on 12 October 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact [e-mail]

Please note, we will be reviewing applications when received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.