Medical Receptionist

Medical Receptionist

Location: Invercargill

About the role

Te Hau o Te Ora Invercargill has an exciting opportunity for a warm, organised, and professional Medical Receptionist to join our team.

As the first point of contact for patients, whānau, and visitors, you will play a pivotal role in creating a welcoming and efficient medical centre environment. You will help coordinate services, support clinical workflow, manage patient expectations, and contribute to the smooth day-to-day running of our practice.

This is a varied and busy role where no two days are the same. This role involves evenings and weekends. You will provide high-quality reception and administrative support, assist the wider team, and help maintain a professional, organised, and welcoming work environment.

Ko wai koe | About You The ideal candidate will bring:

• Excellent customer service and communication skills, both written and verbal.

• A professional, friendly, and respectful manner.

• The ability to engage with people of all ages and backgrounds in a calm, caring, and culturally responsive way.

• Strong computer literacy, including confidence using Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

• Professionalism across all reception, administration, and front-of-house duties.

• Accuracy and timeliness when processing invoices and payments.

• Exceptional attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.

• Punctuality, reliability, and strong time-management skills.

• The ability to work effectively as part of a busy, high-performing team.

• A strong commitment to confidentiality and patient privacy.

• Medtech PMS knowledge would be an advantage but is not essential.

We offer:

• A supportive work environment where you will make a real impact on the lives of people across our diverse communities.

• Opportunities for personal and professional growth.

• A commitment to upholding the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

• Competitive remuneration, including birthday leave.

• Five weeks’ annual leave after two years.

About Te Hau o Te Ora:

At Te Hau o Te Ora, we are committed to promoting health equity, ensuring everyone has access to high-quality care, and enabling better health outcomes for people across the Southern region.

To be considered for this role, you must:

• Be currently in New Zealand and legally entitled to work without sponsorship.

• Hold a full New Zealand driver licence.

• Hold a current first aid certificate or be prepared to obtain one.

• Be willing to complete pre-employment screening.

• Complete and return a clear Ministry of Justice Criminal History Check.

Please note that we don’t always work to fixed closing dates & may interview candidates as their applications are received.

Applications close: 30 October 2026

Applications must include a CV, and a cover letter.

Te Hau o Te Ora is smokefree and we support the Government’s Vision of a Smokefree Aotearoa 2025.

Te Hau o Te Ora is an equal opportunity employer committed to upholding the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds.