Clinical Administration Support (Fixed term)

Marketplace; Nelson, Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Nelson Marlborough is seeking a Clinical Administration Support professional for a fixed-term full-time role at Nelson Hospital. You will provide essential administrative and secretarial support to consultants and clinical teams, coordinating appointments and patient records to smooth the patient journey.

You will handle clinical correspondence, maintain confidentiality, and manage competing priorities in a busy hospital environment.

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal skills and a customer-service focus.
• Competent typing speed and accuracy.
• Strong understanding of patient confidentiality.
• Experience with MS Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and secretarial support to consultants and clinical teams.
• Coordinate appointments and manage patient records.
• Handle clinical correspondence and support the patient journey from referral to treatment.
• Maintain accuracy and confidentiality in a fast-paced clinical setting.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Typing

MS Office Suite

Patient confidentiality

Customer service

Education

Medical terminology knowledge (advantage)

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

# Clinical Administration Support (Fixed term) at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Nelson Marlborough, Nelson Hospital## Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role**Clinical Administration Support, Nelson Hospital, Fixed Term Full Time*** Join a supportive and collaborative team providing essential administrative / secretarial support.* Play a key role in coordinating the patient journey and supporting clinicians to deliver high-quality care.* Enjoy a rewarding and varied role in a fast-paced healthcare environment.* You will be part of a supportive team committed to delivering excellent service and improving patient outcomesHealth 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**As Clinical Secretarial Support, you will provide high-quality administrative and secretarial support to consultants and clinical teams. You will be responsible for managing clinical correspondence, coordinating appointments, maintaining accurate patient records, and supporting the patient journey from referral through to treatment and follow-up care.This role requires excellent attention to detail, strong organisational skills, and the ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining a high level of professionalism and confidentiality.It is a Fixed Term, full-time role for up to 12 months covering maternity leave working 80 hours per fortnight (1.0 FTE), Monday to Friday. Hours are between 7.00AM to 5.00PM which will be discussed with the successful candidate.**About the Team/Service/ Location**Our team of Clinical Administration play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of our healthcare facilities. By providing essential administrative and secretarial assistance, we enable clinical teams to focus on delivering exceptional patient care. From coordinating schedules to managing documentation, we are the backbone of the hospital's daily operations. We provide a great place to work with professional development and career growth opportunities, job security, and workplace wellness programmes.For more information on living and working in Nelson click here**About you**As Clinical Administration Support, you will:* Have a bright, outgoing personality and will possess excellent interpersonal skills and a passion for delivering a consistently high level of customer service;* Be a competent typist and possess a sound knowledge of the MS Office Suite;* Be highly empathetic and respect the importance of maintaining patient confidentiality;* Have demonstrated the ability to manage a busy workload.Knowledge of medical terminology would be an advantage but is not essential.*The successful candidate must be eligible to work in New Zealand or hold a valid NZ visa at the time of applying.***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 **9 December 2026. Applications via email will not be considered.** If you have any questions about the role, please contactSonja Rae (Recruitment) at [e-mail] ORAvryl Hockey (Team Leader Clinical Support) at [e-mail] **Job ref: R1N26-344***We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.**Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.*