Ward Clerk, Christchurch

Southern Cross Christchurch Hospital Ward Clerk Southern Cross Christchurch Hospital is the largest hospital within Southern Cross Healthcare’s national network, located centrally in Christchurch. The hospital features ten digital operating theatres, robotic technology with a skilled robotic team, advanced digital scanning, and onsite consulting facilities.The hospital offers comprehensive services including preadmission, admissions, day surgery, and three inpatient wards with a high dependency unit. Our elective surgical services cover Orthopaedic, Gynaecology, Ophthalmology, Oral and Maxillofacial, Urology, Otolaryngology (ENT), Plastic&Reconstructive, Bariatric, General, and Endoscopic surgeries. Over 350 highly skilled staff ensure high-quality patient care. About the Role We have a Ward Clerk position available, with 0.8 to 1.0 FTE for the right candidate. You will work alongside an experienced management team, requiring a positive, adaptable, and responsive attitude, along with excellent communication skills.The Ward Clerk is vital in ensuring the smooth operation of admissions, day stay, and ward areas. Responsibilities include clerical and administrative tasks such as patient admissions, data entry, managing patient records, coordinating communication among healthcare staff, and providing excellent customer service to patients, visitors, and medical staff.You will collaborate with nurses, medical specialists, and other healthcare professionals to maintain an organized and supportive ward environment. Skills and Experience Exceptional customer service skills Excellent time management Fabulous telephone manner and interpersonal skills Proficient in computing, typing, and data entry with high accuracyExperience with patient management systems/applications Ability to prioritize a demanding workload What We Can Offer You Competitive remuneration package Funded health insurance Christmas and New Year breaks Discounts on products and services from our partners Our Organisation Southern Cross Healthcare aims to provide quality healthcare across Aotearoa New Zealand. Our team of over 4,000 staff, including 2,000 nurses and anesthetic technicians, work alongside more than 1,200 specialists, surgeons, anesthetists, and allied health professionals. We are one of the largest and most trusted healthcare providers in New Zealand, committed to a purpose-driven ethos that considers future generations.Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion We uphold Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles, fostering a culturally safe environment that demonstrates manaakitanga and embraces diverse perspectives. We seek a workforce reflecting New Zealand’s diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds. For support or to discuss specific needs, contact our Talent Acquisition team at .Join Us Click to view the position description. Find out more about working with us and Southern Cross Healthcare . #J-18808-Ljbffr