Theatre Schedule Coordinator & Perioperative Administrator

• Hawke’s Bay Fallen Soldier’s Hospital, Perioperative Services
• Permanent, full-time (1.0 FTE)
• Rewarding Career – Be part of a team that saves lives and improves health outcomes daily.

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 are seeking a highly organised and proactive Theatre Schedule Coordinator & Perioperative Administrator to join our dynamic Perioperative Services team at Hawke’s Bay Fallen Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital. This full-time, permanent position plays a critical role in supporting the smooth and efficient running of our surgical theatres. You will be responsible for coordinating elective theatre scheduling, liaising with clinical teams, and ensuring the accurate and timely flow of administrative information across the perioperative service.

You will bring strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. This role is vital in supporting safe and effective surgical services, ultimately helping us deliver better outcomes for our patients.

About the Team/Service/ Location

Our Perioperative Services team is a collaborative and supportive group of professionals committed to excellence in surgical care. We work in a high-paced, dynamic environment where teamwork and communication are essential. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a dedicated team that values professionalism, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Hawke’s Bay offers excellent work-life balance, sun, beaches, exceptional outdoor adventures, great schools, mountains and skiing close by, wonderful food and stunning wineries, vibrant cities and plenty more to boast about. For more information on living and working in Hawke’s Bay click HERE

About you

You will be someone who thrives in a structured, process-driven environment and enjoys being part of a busy and essential hospital function. You will need:

• Proven administrative and coordination experience – preferably within a healthcare or surgical environment
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong time management and organisational abilities
• Confidence working with digital systems (previous experience with hospital systems advantageous)
• A commitment to providing high-quality support to clinical teams and contributing to positive patient outcomes

If you're passionate about supporting clinical excellence through efficient and effective administrative support, we’d love to hear from you.

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 Janya McLean via email on Janya.mclean2@hbdhb.govt.nz 

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