We are looking for a Ward Clerk to join our team in the Older Persons Health Service at Burwood Hospital. Ward DG specialises in assessment, treatment and rehabilitation for patients post stroke.This position is a full-time permanent position (Working Monday-Friday).As part of the Administration and Clerical Pay Equity Claims settlement, this role has been mapped to National Band 3/Profile 3.Our clerical team provides a key role in the effective function of our ward. The work involves transaction of admissions, discharges, transfers, and management of patient records. Working in the reception area, you will be the first point of contact for patients, whanau, visitors, and various hospital and health provider staff.In this role, you will be responsible for:General clerical and administrative tasksEntering information into the patient management systemBooking patients for clinic appointmentsAnswering phones and greeting patients and their familiesHaving an eye for detail and a high level of accuracy in your workBeing an excellent communicator and upholding a professional manner with patients and colleaguesIdeally having a health background or a basic understanding of medical terminologyBeing able to prioritise and keep calm in busy situationsDatabase experience is desirable"Ko nga tangata, te matua mahi - Putting people at the heart of all we do"We are committed to honouring Te Tiriti o Waitangi and its principles by ensuring our partnership with Maori are at the forefront of all our conversations. We believe in improving, promoting, and protecting the health and well-being of the Canterbury and the West Coast community.Nga hua | Benefits of working at Health New ZealandWhen you work at Health NZ, you are part of a wider whanau that will support you along your journey. We offer great coaching, mentoring, and learning outcomes for all staff. We are always improving our facilities across all campuses and have amazing discounts from select retailers, restaurants, and businesses. At Health NZ, you are part of something greater than yourself and encouraged to be your unique self.Only applications submitted via our career site will be accepted, therefore please apply directly on our career site.Please note applications will be reviewed as they are received, and this job vacancy could close prior to the closing date.Please apply only if you have the legal right to work and live in New Zealand; if you do not hold the legal right to live and work in New Zealand, your application will be declined.Contact Kerri McCarthy on ****** for additional information.
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