Surgical Transcription Administrator Orthopaedics Service

Dunedin - New Zealand

Monthly Salary: $ 72035 - 75050

Posted on: 9 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Surgical Transcription Administrator - Orthopaedics Service

Dunedin Hospital Full time permanent role available
Salary Band between $72035 - $75050 depending on experience

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 looking for a Surgical Transcription Administrator to support the Orthopaedic Service based at Dunedin hospital. This is a role that will provide an opportunity to demonstrate varied workload working to strict deadlines. It relies heavily on technology; therefore you must be confident around computer systems with the ability to type accurately with high attention to detail. You must also be conscious of working with the utmost discretion as youll be privy to patient information.

This role will provide high quality transcription and administrative support to the Orthopaedics Service contributing to efficient and effective service delivery.

About the Team/Service/ Location

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora - Southern has the largest geographical coverage of all the New Zealand regions providing services to 350000 people in diverse communities. We take pride in all the services we provide and our aim is to improve promote and protect the health of our region. We believe that our dedicated and passionate staff are a significant driving force behind the achievement of these standards and we need more like-minded people to help us continue providing for our community.

About you

We are looking for a team player with excellent communication skills who will be able to provide timely and accurate administrative support to the Orthopaedic Service. Your background will be varied in administration positions and you will be able to help facilitate the efficient functioning of the service.

To succeed in this role you will need to have:

Demonstrated ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively with other professionals
At least two years administration and customer service experience
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Touch typists skills with a typing speed above 65 words per minute
A flexible approach with the ability to successfully prioritise your workload
Accuracy and attention to detail are essential
Excellent computer skills: proven experience in use of Microsoft Word Excel Outlook with the ability to learn other job specific programmes.

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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 08 December 2025. If you have any questions about the role please contact Mikayla Hamilton

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

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Surgical Transcription Administrator - Orthopaedics ServiceDunedin Hospital Full time permanent role availableSalary Band between $72035 - $75050 depending on experienceHealth New Zealand Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health...