Clinical Typist / Administrator Community Mental Health

• Gisborne Hospital
• Full-time
• Permanent

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

This position exists to provide effective and efficient administrative, reception, and clinical typing support to Community Mental Health and Addiction Services. The role is responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely processing of clinical documentation while supporting the day-to-day administrative functions of the service.

 Position Description: Community Mental health Typist/Administrator

About the Team/Service/ Location

 You will be part of Te Ara Maioha at Te Whatu Ora Tairawhiti in Gisborne, working closely with supportive colleagues
across the team to strengthen connected, culturally safe care for our Community.

For more information on living and working in Gisborne click here 

More information about our Region see here 

About you

We are looking for an experienced administrator who is highly organised, adaptable, and able to work effectively in a fast-paced clinical environment.

• Proven experience in administration, reception, or clinical typing roles.
• Excellent keyboard, transcription, and document formatting skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Exceptional time management and organisational skills with the ability to prioritise competing demands.
• The ability to work independently while contributing positively to a collaborative team environment.
• A demonstrated understanding of confidentiality, privacy legislation, and professional boundaries within a healthcare setting.
• Experience working with electronic patient management systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Knowledge of health sector terminology, particularly mental health and addiction terminology, would be advantageous.
• Experience with systems such as iPMS, rCP, FPIMS, or similar clinical information systems is desirable.

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 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 Natasha.Taare@tewhatuora.govt.nz

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