Receptionist - Fixed Term
Southern Cross Gillies Hospital
Receptionist – Fixed Term
Southern Cross’ Gillies Hospital based in Epsom, has been designed with a focus on short stay surgery and family-centred care, with four theatres, a purpose-built day-stay facility and 20 in-patient beds with ensuite facilities.
As a centre of expertise for both head and neck surgery and Otolaryngology (ENT), Gillies offers oral and Maxillofacial, Gynaecological, Plastic, and Reconstructive and General Paediatric surgery. It is backed up by friendly, highly professional nursing teams and systems designed to support patients of all ages.
Mō te Tūranga | About the Role
We are looking for a Receptionist at our Gillies Hospital – this is a fixed-term role until 1 November 2025.
We are seeking a professional and friendly receptionist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, a strong attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment. Experience in healthcare or medical office settings is preferred, but not required. A welcoming demeanour, ability to maintain strict confidentiality, and proficiency in office software and phone systems are essential for success in this role.
This is a 1.0 FTE role (40 hours per week). Shifts are Monday – Friday with a morning shift on a Saturday every 3 weeks.
Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Experience in front-line customer communication
- Microsoft Suite training
- Customer service training
Ngā mea ka taea e mātou te tuku I a koe | What we can offer you:
- Competitive remuneration package
- Christmas and New Year breaks
- Flexible working arrangements
- Discounts on products and services from a range of our partners
- Wellbeing programme
- Employee referral bonus scheme
- Opportunity to be part of our Employee Rainbow Network
Ko wai matou | Our Organisation
Southern Cross Healthcare is driven by a clear purpose to advance the provision of quality healthcare in Aotearoa New Zealand.
Our people are at the core of everything we do and the care we provide. We combine the skills of more than 4,000 people, including 2,000 nurses and anaesthetic technicians working with more than 1,200 specialists, surgeons, anaesthetists, and allied health professionals.
Together, we are one of the largest providers of healthcare in Aotearoa New Zealand and the most trusted brand in our industry.
Our strong ‘for purpose’ organisational ethos means we don’t merely think in financial quarters, we think in generations and the decades it takes to get there.
Tō mātou whakahaere ki te tika, te rerekētanga, me te whai wāhi mai | Our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion
As an organisation, we are committed to upholding the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and providing a culturally safe environment that demonstrates manaakitanga and embraces the unique perspectives and experiences of our people.
We aspire to have a workforce that reflects the diversity of Aotearoa New Zealand and welcome applications from people of all communities and backgrounds.
If you would like to discuss your specific needs and how we can support you, please reach out to our Talent Acquisition team at careers@schl.co.nz for a confidential conversation.
Haere mai, ā, mā te mahi tahi ka whai wāhi ki tētahi mea whai take, ka āwhina i ngā tāngata ki te whai oranga mā te whakaaro anō ki te tautiaki hauora
Join us, and together, each of us can be part of something important, helping people live their best lives by reimagining healthcare.
