Planned Care Services Coordinator - Surgical, Anaesthesia & Radiology Services
- Based at Tauranga Hospital
- Fixed term position, 0.8 FTE, until August 2027
- Play a key role in the delivery of planned care services for the growing Bay of Plenty
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.
About the Role
Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty is seeking a motivated and experienced Planned Care Services Coordinator to join our team for a fixed term contract.
This role is integral to supporting patients across a wide range of clinical services, ensuring they receive timely and equitable access to planned (elective) care.
Reporting to the Planned Care Services Manager, Surgical Services, you will work closely with clinical and operational teams to coordinate patient pathways, support service delivery, and contribute to achieving planned care performance expectations.
As part of a dynamic and evolving health sector, you will contribute to improving patient access and supporting high quality healthcare outcomes across the district.
To view the position description, click here.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will bring:
- Proven experience working within a large and complex organisation.
- Strong organisational, coordination, and relationship management skills.
- A sound understanding of planned care processes and patient pathways.
- The ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders while maintaining a patient centred focus.
About the Location
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty is spread across a vast geographical area and centred across two hospitals based in Tauranga and Whakatāne.
We serve a population of approximately 308,000 for the major population centres of Tauranga, Katikati, Te Puke, Whakatāne, Kawerau and Ōpōtiki. Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty is one of the Bay of Plenty's largest employers with over 4500 staff.
To learn more about living and working in the Bay of Plenty, click here.
Working for 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 Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.
How to Apply
To view the position description and/or apply for the role please click apply now. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before 21st October 2026.
Please note, we will be reviewing applications when received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.
