Administration Coordinator - ORTD Orthopaedic Department

• Hawke’s Bay Fallen Soldier’s Hospital, Orthopaedic Department
• 6 months Fixed-term, Full-time 80 hours per fortnight (1 FTE)

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

We’re looking for a proactive and organised Administration Coordinator to support the efficient operations of the Orthopaedic Department at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora, Hawke’s Bay.

In this role, you’ll provide a wide range of administrative and reception services, ensuring accurate data entry, clinic preparation, and coordination of patient health records.

You’ll be the first point of contact for patients and whānau, delivering professional and compassionate customer service while supporting clinical teams with timely and reliable administrative support.

This is a varied and rewarding role where your attention to detail and commitment to quality will make a real difference to patient care.

About the Team/Service/ Location

You’ll be based in the Orthopaedic Department at Hawke’s Bay Hospital, working alongside a dedicated team of clinical and administrative professionals.

The team is collaborative, values-driven, and committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care. With strong connections across nursing, allied health, medical staff, and support services, this is a dynamic environment where your contribution will be valued and your professional growth supported.

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About you

To succeed in this role, you will bring:

• Basic computer skills and a strong customer service focus.
• Professionalism, reliability, punctuality, and adaptability.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A mature and respectful approach to working in a sensitive environment.
• Commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and culturally responsive practice.
• Desired: Knowledge of the health industry, ability to embrace change, problem-solving skills, and a sense of humour.

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 review the position profile, click HERE To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Dawn Tyler via email on dawn.tyler@hbdhb.govt.nz

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