Patient-Focused Medical Receptionist (40h)

The Doctors Medical Centres; Whanganui; On-site; NZD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramoho Health Centre in Whanganui is seeking a friendly, professional Medical Receptionist to join our busy team. This full-time role (40 hours per week) focuses on delivering frontline service to patients with warmth and efficiency.

You will manage appointments, patient records, answer calls, process payments, and support clinical staff. A practical knowledge of Microsoft Office and a welcoming, culturally responsive approach are essential, with NZ residency or valid NZ work visa required.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills required.
• Attention to detail and time management abilities essential.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and general computer skills.
• Some knowledge of Te Reo Māori and tikanga preferred.

Responsibilities

• Welcoming and assisting patients with professionalism and empathy.
• Managing appointments, patient records, and administrative tasks.
• Answering phone calls and responding to queries.
• Processing payments and handling confidential information.
• Supporting clinical staff with day-to-day operations.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Microsoft Office

Te Reo Māori / Tikanga

Customer service

Teamwork

Tools

Computer basics

Job description

Aramoho Health Centre in Whanganui is seeking a friendly, professional Medical Receptionist to join our busy team. This full-time role (40 hours per week) focuses on delivering frontline service to patients with warmth and efficiency.

You will manage appointments, patient records, answer calls, process payments, and support clinical staff. A practical knowledge of Microsoft Office and a welcoming, culturally responsive approach are essential, with NZ residency or valid NZ work visa required.