• Fixed term (until 07/06/2024) Full time Medical Staffing Coordinator based in Greymouth
• Experience in a similar field within the health environment would be advantageous.
• Excellent organisational & communication skills are required to be successful in this role.

Ehara taku I toa takitahi engari, he toa takitini

My strength, is not the strength of one, it is the strength of many

Mō te tūnga | About the role

The Medical Staffing Coordinator plays a pivotal role in ensuring the seamless delivery of health services in Te Tai o Poutini. We are seeking a dedicated individual for our team, who will be responsible for the coordination of all aspects of medical staffing and training. This role is crucial in maintaining the quality of healthcare provided to our community.

Key Responsibilities

• Scheduling the medical staffing roster, including the use of locums when necessary.
• Coordinating and communicating RMO and SMO training.
• Providing support to Postgraduate GP trainees and Rural Hospital Medicine trainees, including orientation.
• Coordinating educational opportunities and enabling attendance of rostered staff through careful rostering.
• Maintaining excellent communication with agencies and RMO units to facilitate access to health professionals.
• Proactively liaising with the GM to address concerns and ensure timely resolution.
• Providing high-quality, accurate, and timely rostering to ensure smooth service delivery.
• Ensuring compliance with medical staff employment contracts.
• Assisting with CV reviews of candidates to support recruitment decisions.
• Developing emergency cover arrangements when required.
• Managing travel and accommodation bookings for rostered staff.
• Staying current with Medical Council requirements and restrictions.

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience

Essential:

• Demonstrated experience of working within a Te Ao Māori environment and understanding Tikanga Māori, and/or experience working within a bicultural context with diverse communities and/or organizations.
• Innovative problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work productively in a team.
• Proven experience working under pressure and meeting strict deadlines.
• Methodical and detail-oriented coordination skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.

Desirable:

• Experience within an administrative unit, preferably within a health setting.
• Advanced computer skills.
• Experience in project coordination.

If you are passionate about contributing to the healthcare sector in Te Tai o Poutini and possess the required skills and qualifications, we encourage you to apply for this challenging and rewarding position.

Ngā hua | Benefits of working at Te Tai o Poutini West Coast

When you work at the Te Tai o Poutini West Coast, you are part of a wider whānau 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 Te Tai o Poutini West Coast you are part of something greater than yourself and encouraged to be your unique self.

Tono ināianei | Apply Now

Only applications submitted via our career site will be accepted, therefore please apply directly on our career site here.

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 kerri.mccarthy2@cdhb.health.nz for additional information.

We have a range of clinical and non-clinical roles at Te Whatu Ora [Health NZ] Waitaha Canterbury, there could be a place for you!

Please visit our careers website for other roles and find your ideal fit within the Te Whatu Ora [Health NZ] Waitaha Canterbury 

Nau mai, haere mai, tauti mai!