Administration Support - Clinical Records


  • Full-time, fixed term position (1.0 FTE) up to six months
  • Working 80 hours a fortnight
  • Covering parental leave
  • Location: Nelson Hospital
  • Small friendly, supportive team environment 
  • High degree of confidentiality and attention to detail

Ngā mōhiohio e pā ana ki tēnei mahi (About this position)

An exciting opportunity exists for an enthusiastic and motivated person, with strong administration skills, to join our busy scanning team. The Scanning Bureau is integral in the digitalising of paper patient records in a timely way so as to ensure access to these notes by the wider organisation, and clinicians in particular, prior to patient appointments.

The role requires an eye for detail and good problem solving skills. 

Days of work will be Monday to Friday, no shift work is required. Hours of work will be between 6.00AM and 6.00PM. Actual hours and days will be discussed with the preferred applicant. 

The starting salary for this role is $57,291 per annum pro rata, based on skills and experience.  

Ko wai he kaitono tōtika? (Who is an appropriate applicant?)

We are looking for a mature, highly motivated and collaborative team player with previous administration experience, a good level of computer literacy and the ability to maintain high levels of accuracy, attention to detail and patient confidentiality.  Experience in document scanning would be an advantage, but is not essential. 

Additionally you will have:

  • Good written and oral communication skills.
  • Well-developed interpersonal skills and the confidence to interact with clinical staff.
  • Proven ability to problem solve and meet the challenges of a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment, prioritising your workload as required.
  • The ability to function well under pressure and meet tight timeframes. 

The successful candidate must be eligible to work in New Zealand or hold a valid NZ visa at the time of applying.

 Ā mātou rōpū (About our team)

Health NZ Nelson Marlborough is the main health provider for the Te Tau Ihu, the top of the south. With nearly 3,000 employees, we are Nelson’s and Marlborough’s largest employer supporting the health and wellbeing of over 150,000 citizens across the region. 

Our main locations are Nelson and Wairau Hospitals, and the Richmond and Marlborough Health Hubs, but we are spread across the region and service all parts of the community. Our work can be challenging, but we are up for it. We have a great team and we work hard to make a difference. 

We value integrity, innovation, respect and teamwork. 

Ētahi atu mōhiohio (More Information)

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Ngā huanga o tēnei mahi (The benefits of this position) 

We offer very real and meaningful work in a supportive and collegial team environment. Your day will be fast-paced and varied, and you will be a critical part of a team delivering a great service to our community. 

At Health NZ Nelson Marlborough we encourage a workforce that is innovative, eager to learn and enhance their skills, and passionate about caring for our community. 

Me pēhea ahau e tono ai? (How do I apply?)

For general enquires please contact our recruitment team on sonja.rae@nmdhb.govt.nz  or 03 539 5748.

For role specific information please contact Pamela Graham – Team Leader Clinical Support on pamela.graham@nmdhb.govt.nz

Apply now, it’s easy. Please fill in our online application form and include a cover letter explaining your interest in this position. 

https://nmdhb.careercentre.net.nz 

Ref: N24-336 

Applications close: Open until filled. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so we encourage you to apply early. 

  Health NZ Nelson Marlborough strongly endorses Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

We believe that to achieve equity in health outcomes for Māori we need a workforce reflective of the population it serves. We strongly encourage applications from candidates who identify as Māori and we recruit for cultural competence.  

He waka eke noa. We are all in this together.

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Fixed Term

Job no: N24-336

Location: Nelson Hospital

Closing Date: open until filled