Description
Summary:
Seeking a pivotal Receptionist to join an after-hours medical team, managing patient interactions, coordinating services, and supporting efficient operations in a fast-paced environment.
Highlights:
1. Pivotal role as the first point of contact for patients and visitors
2. Opportunity to make a real impact on diverse communities
3. Supportive work environment with growth opportunities
Receptionist
Invercargill After Hours Service
Location: Invercargill
FTE: 0.18
About the role
Invercargill After Hours Service, has an exciting opportunity for someone to join our after-hours team as Receptionist. This position is available for 15 hours per fortnight for the following days: Friday (5.30pm – 9:30pm), Saturday and Sunday (11.30am – 5pm) - with the opportunity for more hours.
The receptionist is a pivotal person in the medical centre environment as they are the first point of contact with patients and visitors. They also co-ordinate services and play a major role in the prioritising clinical workflow and managing patient expectations.
The receptionist plays a key role in how the patients view Te Hau o Te Ora, as they are usually the first and last person that the patient sees. Excellent communication and observational skills are imperative as our front line.
You will contribute to the efficient operationalisation of the medical service, provide support to the team and oversee the reception and general ‘housekeeping’ of our work environment.
Te Hau o Te Ora is a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same.
Ko wai koe | About You
The ideal applicant will bring:
* Excellent customer service and communication skills, both written and verbal.
* Professional personal presentation.
* The ability to deal with people of all ages and backgrounds in a respectful, calm, and caring manner.
* Strong computer literacy in Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
* Professionalism in all admin and reception duties.
* Accurate and timely processing of invoices and payments.
* Exceptional accuracy and high attention to detail.
* Punctuality and good time management.
* Medtech PMS knowledge would be an advantage but not essential.
* Someone who prides themselves in being part of a busy and high performing team.
* Confidentiality is crucial in this role.
We offer:
* A supportive work environment where you'll make a real impact on the lives of our diverse communities.
* Opportunities for personal and professional growth.
* A commitment to upholding the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi.
* Competitive remuneration
At Te Hau o Te Ora, we are dedicated to promoting health equity, ensuring everyone has access to the highest quality of care and enabling better health outcomes for people in the Southern region.
To qualify for this role, you must:
* Be in New Zealand and legally able to work without sponsorship.
* Hold a current first aid certificate or be prepared to obtain one.
* Complete and return a clear Ministry of Justice Criminal History Check.
* Be required to undergo pre-employment screening.
* Hold a full New Zealand drivers’ licence.
Please note that we don’t always work to fixed closing dates & may interview candidates as their applications are received.
Applications close: 28 November 2025
Applications must include a CV, and a cover letter.
Te Hau o Te Ora is smokefree and we support the Government’s Vision of a Smokefree Aotearoa 2025.
Te Hau o Te Ora is an equal opportunity employer committed to upholding the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds.