Administrative Assistant

• Christchurch - Christchurch Health Campus
• Full time permanent position working 0730 – 1600 Monday to Friday

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

Pharmacy Services.  Patient centred: medicines focused

We’re looking for a motivated individual to join our Pharmacy team. This is an exciting and varied opportunity to work within an experienced team who are all passionate about the health and wellbeing of the Canterbury Community.  The role is based at Christchurch Hospital and provides administrative support across all our pharmacies at Christchurch, Burwood, Hillmorton and Ashburton Hospitals

Our wide range of pharmacy services is provided by a positive, friendly and inclusive team of Pharmacists, Pharmacy Technicians, Pharmacy Assistants and administrative staff.  We pride ourselves on delivering an outstanding service in collaboration with the wider multi-disciplinary team.

Christchurch and surrounding Canterbury is great for individuals and families alike. It encourages an active lifestyle with opportunities for surfing, skiing, tramping, or camping. Music festivals, concerts, vineyards, and award-winning restaurants are also on our doorstep.

If you have fresh ideas or valuable experience and would enjoy working within a supportive team we would love to hear from you.

Pharmacy Services Waitaha prides itself on supporting and developing our team. This position has plenty of challenging opportunities and innovation is encouraged by peers, senior staff and management. The department provides regular continuing education and numerous other training opportunities.

As part of the Administration and Clerical Pay Equity Claim settlement this role has been mapped to National Band 4/Profile 4

For further information about the administration and clerical pay equity settlement please follow the link below: 

PSA National Health Administration Collective Agreement - FINAL (tewhatuora.govt.nz)

We are looking for a positive and reliable team player who wants to be part of a bright and bustling team environment.

Key tasks include

• Preparing payroll for approval
• Ordering stationery and office equipment
• Preparing documents
• Updating and maintaining non-clinical records
• Taking and transcribing formal minutes
• Making travel bookings

About you 

Desirable skills and experience 

• Knowledge of administrative procedures and systems
• Basic computer literacy
• Ability to work independently and efficiently
• Ability to prioritise work
• Good communication skills
• Tact and discretion
• Great teamwork

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 Kerri McCarthy at Kerri.McCarthy@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz

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