Perioperative Administrator - PERI Perioperative

New Zealand Government; Hawke's Bay; On-site; NZD 52,000 - 65,000; Part time

Job summary

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Hawke’s Bay is seeking a Perioperative Administrator to support the Pre-Admissions Outpatients Department in Hastings. The role offers 0.7 FTE and involves administrative and reception duties in a busy perioperative environment.

You will coordinate clinic administration, maintain patient records, manage referrals, and assist with clinic preparation while upholding confidentiality and patient-centred care.

Qualifications

• Strong administration and computer skills, with excellent attention to detail.
• Experience providing high quality customer service in a busy environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy.
• A professional, reliable, and adaptable approach to your work.
• The ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• A commitment to confidentiality, patient privacy, and culturally responsive practice.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate clinic administration and reception tasks.
• Maintain accurate patient records and manage referrals.
• Support preparation of clinics and documentation.
• Assist clinical teams to ensure a seamless patient experience.

Skills

Administration

Computer skills

Customer service

Communication

Multitasking

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Cultural responsiveness

Job description

Perioperative Administrator - Hawkes Bay Fallen Soldiers Hospital Permanent, Part Time, 56 hours per fortnight (0.7 FTE) A fantastic opportunity to play an important role in supporting patients through their surgical journey while working within a busy and supportive perioperative environment.

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

As a Perioperative Administrator, you will provide comprehensive administrative and reception support to the Pre - Admissions Outpatients Department, helping to ensure the smooth and efficient delivery of perioperative services. You will be the first point of contact for many patients and whānau, providing a welcoming and professional experience while supporting clinical teams with a wide range of administrative tasks. This is a varied and engaging role where you will coordinate clinic administration, maintain accurate patient records, manage referrals and documentation, and support the preparation of clinics. You will work closely with clinical and administrative colleagues to ensure patients receive a seamless experience and that services operate efficiently. Your attention to detail, organisational skills, and commitment to customer service will play an important part in supporting high quality patient care.

About the Team/Service/ Location

Our Pre - Admissions Outpatients Department is part of the wider Perioperative Service and plays a key role in preparing patients for surgery and related procedures. Based in Hastings, you will join a collaborative team dedicated to delivering efficient, patient centred care and supporting positive outcomes for patients and whanau.

About you

• Strong administration and computer skills, with excellent attention to detail
• Experience providing high quality customer service in a busy environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy
• A professional, reliable, and adaptable approach to your work
• The ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• A commitment to confidentiality, patient privacy, and culturally responsive practice

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.

Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.