Receptionist

• Where youll be working: Emergency Department Waikato Hospital
• The details: 0.8 FTE (4 shifts per week)
• Duration: This is a 12-month fixed term contact to cover parental leave, where you will work a range of different shifts, including some Night Shifts

Te whiwhinga mahi | The Opportunity

Are you looking for a rewarding role in a dynamic environment? Were seeking passionate receptionists to join our dedicated clerical team in the Emergency Department (ED) at Waikato Hospital!

Key responsibilities of the role:

• Deliver high-quality, customer-focused reception services.
• Accurately verify and input vital patient information.
• Liaise effectively with patients, whanau, caregivers, and healthcare professionals.
• Collaborate with ED clinical and clerical staff to ensure seamless operations.
• Contribute to a positive workplace culture and support ongoing quality improvements.

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(Please note position descriptions can only be viewed on the Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora - Waikato website.)

Mo tatou Ratonga | About our Service

The ED Clerical team is committed to collectively delivering a quality, safe and accurate service along with treating all patients with dignity, respect, and compassion. Together we build an effective team and patriciate in ongoing quality improvements as required. If the team is supporting each other then they will grow together, excellent communication is a vital part of this. Our success is driven by having shared accountability for healthy people, excellent care. This will enable you all to manage your health and wellbeing, to provide excellent care through smarter, innovative delivery.

Mou | About you

Were looking for candidates who possess:

• Previous experience as a receptionist or in administration, preferably in a healthcare setting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A commitment to excellence and integrity in all interactions.
• A proactive approach to personal responsibility and well-being.
• The ability to handle shift work with stamina and enthusiasm.
• Outstanding customer service skills.

Ko ngaa hua o te noho ki roto o Waikato, te mahi hoki ki Te Whatu Ora, Waikato | The Benefits of living in Waikato and working for Te Whatu Ora, Waikato

Located in the heart of the mighty Waikato, Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, Waikato operates over a number of sites, Hamilton City our main campus and smaller community-based hospitals across our region. Hamilton City has easy access to beaches and mountains, so if your interests range from a host of water sports, mountain biking to vineyard lunches, the area has something for you right on your doorstep. To discover more about our stunning area, please click here.

• As part of our Health NZ, Waikato family, youll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.
• We offer flexible and agile working opportunities alongside our Health NZ, Waikato benefits and staff discount schemes.
• We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.

To matou whakahaere ki te tika, te rereketanga, me te whai wahi mai | Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion

• We want to see the real you in your application and welcome the real you on board if you come and work with us. Skills are gained across many areas of life, not just in formal employment. If you can demonstrate the skills listed in the ad, but the experience was gained through whanau life, community or mahi aroha (volunteering) we encourage you to apply and share your story with us in your cover letter. We particularly welcome applications from our diverse Maori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

Me pehea te tuku tono | How to apply

To apply please click Apply online or apply via our Waikato Careers website by clicking here. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before 11:59 pm on 30 August 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Ekeraam Jones at Ekeraam.Jones@tewhatuora.govt.nz

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