Hospital Administrator

New Zealand Government Joba; Manawatū-Whanganui; Hybrid; NZD 68,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Health New Zealand – Te Whatu Ora Whanganui invites applications for Hospital Administrator at Whanganui Hospital. The role provides essential reception and administration services within the Emergency Department and Switchboard, supporting efficient patient flow and communications.

The successful candidate will need to be patient and whānau focused with excellent people skills, strong written and verbal communication, computer literacy, and the ability to multi-task with multiple stakeholders

Qualifications

• Patient and whānau focused with exceptional people skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Computer literacy and strong administrational skills.
• Ability to multi-task and work with various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide reception and administration services in the Emergency Department and Switchboard.
• Support patient flow and communications within the unit.
• Collaborate with clinical and non-clinical staff to ensure efficient rostering and information handling.

Skills

Patient-focused

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Administrative skills

Multitasking

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

# Hospital Administrator at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Whanganui, Manawatu / Whanganui## Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role**Position: Hospital Administrator****Department: Emergency Department and Switchboard****Whanganui Hospital, Full-time****Salary: $67,943 - $77,141**You will play a key role in providing essential reception and administration services within the Emergency Department and Switchboard team.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**This job is perfect for someone who loves a fast-paced, ever-changing environment. You will get to develop a variety of skills, from customer service to problem-solving. If you are flexible with a shift-work roster, enjoy working with people, and are committed to high-quality service, this role is for you!**About the Team/Service/ Location**Working at Whanganui Hospital lets you make a real difference in the community by supporting patients' healthcare needs.**About you**You will be able to comfortably demonstrate:* Being patient and whānau focused with exceptional people skills* Excellent verbal and written communication* Computer literacy* Strong administrational skills* The ability to multi-task and work in partnership with various stakeholders**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 COB Tuesday 13th October. If you have any questions about the role, Cheryl Rogers, Hospital Administration Manager [e-mail].*We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.*## Ngā taipitopito tūranga mahi | Job details| | || --- | --- || Employer: | Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Whanganui || Location: | Manawatu / Whanganui || Position type: | Permanent Full time || Category: | Administration || Date listed: | 29-Sep-2026 || Salary range: | N/A || Closing date: | 13-Oct-2026 || Reference: | 1949659 || Attachment: | Hospital Administrator Whanganui 2026.pdf (PDF, 330KB)Job Description |