Administration Officer – Ward 4B

Dunedin Hospital

• Permanent, 0.9 FTE position on reception
• Monday to Thursday between 0800 – 1700, and Friday 0800-1200
• Opportunity to utilise your skills in a rewarding environment

Are you looking for a role with lots of people contact, flexibility and a can do attitude, where your exceptional organisational skills, attention to detail and love of process will see you hit the ground running?

About the opportunity

In this role, you will be providing essential support to the Patient journey as they prepare for an operation, by fostering a welcoming environment for patients right from the get go on the reception desk. Your main duties will include tending to the patient in front of you, always ensuring that they are given key information and that their details are up to date and correct, and preparing the health record for day of surgery.

You will be joining a dedicated, supportive and friendly team of health professionals, providing invaluable support to families when they need it most. If you think you bring the skills we are looking for and have what it takes to thrive in a busy hospital environment we would love to hear from you.

The salary range for this position is $46,894 - $48,740 pro-rata and appointment step is based on previous relevant experience and skills.

About you

You will be the kind of person who enjoys working with people in a dynamic environment and be skilled at multi-tasking. You must be a team player with very good communication skills, who understands and appreciates the need for attention to detail.  You must also be comfortable interacting with a variety of people and attending to issues that arise – usually at the same time!  

Closing Date: Sunday,  27th February 2021

Please note that we may begin shortlisting as we receive applications and could withdraw the advertising at any time. For further information please contact For further information please contact Jeanie Winter, Recruitment Advisor – Surgical Services & Radiology Directorate Phone: (03) 470 9571 or Email: jeanie.winter@southerndhb.govt.nz

Children’s Act 2014

Due to this position having contact with children and the SDHB’s commitment to child protection, you will be subject to ‘safety checks’ under the Children’s Act at the time of hire and thereafter as per the relevant legislation.