Receptionist

JobSpace; Hamilton; On-site; NZD 2,755,000 - 4,133,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Learning & development

Staff discounts

Wellbeing services

Job summary

Te Whatu Ora Waikato is seeking a part-time receptionist for the Emergency Department at Waikato Hospital. You will deliver frontline reception, verify patient information, and coordinate with patients and clinicians to keep the department running smoothly.

The role requires strong communication, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work shifts. Join a team dedicated to compassionate care and continuous improvement in a dynamic hospital environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a receptionist or in administration, preferably in a healthcare setting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A commitment to excellence and integrity in all interactions.
• A proactive approach to personal responsibility and wellbeing.
• The ability to handle shift work with stamina and enthusiasm.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, customer-focused reception services.
• Accurately verify and input vital patient information.
• Liaise effectively with patients, whānau, caregivers, and healthcare professionals.
• Collaborate with ED clinical and clerical staff to ensure seamless operations.
• Contribute to a positive workplace culture and quality improvements.

Skills

Receptionist experience

Administrative experience

Healthcare setting

Communication skills

Shift work

Proactive mindset

Job description

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

Are you looking for a rewarding role in a dynamic environment? We’re seeking passionate receptionists to join our dedicated clerical team in the Emergency Department (ED) at Waikato Hospital!

Key responsibilities of the role:

• Deliver high-quality, customer-focused reception services.
• Accurately verify and input vital patient information.
• Liaise effectively with patients, whānau, caregivers, and healthcare professionals.
• Collaborate with ED clinical and clerical staff to ensure seamless operations.
• Contribute to a positive workplace culture and support ongoing quality improvements.

The ED Clerical team is committed to collectively delivering a quality, safe and accurate service along with treating all patients with dignity, respect, and compassion. Together we build an effective team and participate in ongoing quality improvements as required. If the team is supporting each other then they will grow together, excellent communication is a vital part of this. Our success is driven by having shared accountability for healthy people, excellent care. This will enable you all to manage your health and wellbeing, to provide excellent care through smarter, innovative delivery.

We’re looking for candidates who possess:

• Previous experience as a receptionist or in administration, preferably in a healthcare setting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A commitment to excellence and integrity in all interactions.
• A proactive approach to personal responsibility and well-being.
• The ability to handle shift work with stamina and enthusiasm.

Benefits of living in Waikato and working for Te Whatu Ora, Waikato

Located in the heart of the mighty Waikato, Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, Waikato operates over a number of sites, Hamilton City our main campus and smaller community-based hospitals across our region. Hamilton City has easy access to beaches and mountains, so if your interests range from a host of water sports, mountain biking to vineyard lunches, the area has something for you right on your doorstep. To discover more about our stunning area, please click here.

• As part of our Health NZ, Waikato family, you’ll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.
• We offer flexible and agile working opportunities alongside our Health NZ, Waikato benefits and staff discount schemes.
• We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.

Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion

• We want to see the real you in your application and welcome the real you on board if you come and work with us. Skills are gained across many areas of life, not just in formal employment. If you can demonstrate the skills listed in the ad, but the experience was gained through whānau life, community or mahi aroha (volunteering) we encourage you to apply and share your story with us in your cover letter. We particularly welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.

Job Reference: - WAI32283

Location: - North Island - Waikato - Hamilton

Job type: - Contract/Temp Part time

Expertise: - Non-clinical - Administration