Allied Health Discharge Coordinator

• Full time permanent (1.0FTE) 40 hours per week
• Make a difference by supporting patient flow in this new role
• Based at Christchurch Health Campus

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 an Allied Health Discharge Coordinator to join our Allied Health Support Team. This is an inaugural position, which is being established to support patient flow with a particular focus on discharge.

This role will be based at Christchurch Hospital General Medicine, across selected wards, supporting Allied Health and multidisciplinary teams to maximise efficiency and timing of patient discharge. The success of this position will enable timelier patient admissions from ED to the corresponding General Medicine wards; this role, in turn, will support shorter stays in ED.

The Allied Health Discharge Coordinator will need to be able to develop trusted ways of working across Allied health disciplines, and within clinical staff on the wards, as well as with their corresponding profession specific leaders.

About You

You are a confident Allied health professional who thrives in complex environments and knows how to lead with purpose. You build strong relationships and networks across teams, sectors, and communities, enabling collaboration and positive outcomes. You bring a commitment to equity, cultural safety, and continuous improvement, and you’re ready to make a real impact on patient care. To succeed in this role, you will have:

• A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant Allied Health profession, NZ Registration and a current Annual Practising Certificate
• Five+ years’ clinical experience in your specialty, with proven ability in clinical leadership, supervision, and workforce development
• A strong understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and the ability to apply its principles meaningfully in practice
• Exceptional relationship-building and networking skills, enabling you to influence, collaborate, and maintain positive connections across sectors and communities
• The ability to maximise team contributions, set clear goals, and drive performance to achieve organisational outcomes
• A strong drive for results and personal accountability, even in complex situations
• Self-awareness and commitment to continuous growth and improvement
• Integrity and professionalism in everything you do, demonstrating high ethical standards

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 by 30th November. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Alex Jay at Alexandra.jay@tewhatuora.govt.nz