Executive Assistant - Acute Services

Location: Wairarapa Hospital
Service: Acute Services

Hospital and Specialist Services

Contract: Permanent Fulltime

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

This is an exciting new role which provides administration and coordination support to the Clinical Director and Group Manager of Acute Services. This is a critical support role which will support operational and clinical performance, clinical governance and risk management work across the group. We are passionate and dedicated about delivering timely, effective, quality care to the people in our community and to do this we need the support of a person who is equally passionate about serving our community.

This role will work 80 hours (1.0 FTE) per fortnight Monday - Friday, due to the requirements of the position you will work onsite at Wairarapa Hospital.

About the Team/Service/ Location

The group of services which make up Acute Services includes Emergency Department, Paediatrics, Medical/Surgical Ward, High Dependency Unit, Integrated Operations Centre and Infection Prevention and Control (IPC). A varied group of services comprised of clinical teams who excel in their work to provide care to people in our communities who need our services.

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About you

We require a person who is innovative, isn't scared to challenge themselves and others in thinking differently.
We need someone who is committed to supporting the delivery of high quality, timely health care
To be successful you must be adaptable, organised, discreet and be able to shift gears easily
You must be able to relate to different people, build effective relationships and be kind
If you think we would be a good fit for this position please consider applying.

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 11.59pm, 24 May 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please email jobs@wairarapa.dhb.org.nz

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