Career Opportunities: Patient Safety Administrator (24562)
Requisition ID 24562 - Posted - Patient Safety & Risk Service - Patient Safety & Risk Directorate - Administration & Management - Job location (region) (1)
Patient Safety Administrator
Fixed Term until end November 2026, Part time (0.7 FTE)
Salary between $73,035 and $75,040 per annum depending on experience
• Supportive team environment
• Bring your experience and passion for patient safety to make a real difference to the health of our region.
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
We are looking for someone who has outstanding skills in systems and processes that can provide clinical administration support the Patient Safety and Clinical Intelligence Teams.
The Patient Safety and Clinical Intelligence Teams key functions include management of systems and processes that support Adverse Event reviews and Safety1st system. The Patient Safety team also undertakes project work, and data collection for the Health Quality and Safety Commissions quality safety markers.
This position is 0.7FTE, and can be based anywhere in Southern, though the preference is on Southland site. The role does cover processes across Health New Zealand - Southern. It is an integral role to the team to develop, support and manage these activities.
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About the Team/Service/ Location
Health New Zealand - Southern has the largest geographical coverage of all the New Zealand regions, providing services to 350,000 people in diverse communities. We take pride in all the services we provide, and our aim is to improve, promote and protect the health of our region. We believe that our dedicated and passionate staff are a significant driving force behind the achievement of these standards, and we need more like-minded people to help us continue providing for our community.
About you
Our ideal candidate will have:
• Experience in implementing Te Tiriti o Waitangi in action
• Excellence in computing skills including Office, Teams, Excel, SharePoint
• Excellent communication/ customer service skills
• Excellent teamwork/ collaboration skills
• Ability to be adaptive and flexible with an excellent aptitude for problem solving.
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 Thursday 23 April 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Deborah McDonald
[email protected]
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.
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Patient Safety Administrator
Fixed Term until end November 2026, Part time (0.7 FTE)
Salary between $73,035 and $75,040 per annum depending on experience
• Supportive team environment
• Bring your experience and passion for patient safety to make a real difference to the health of our region.
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
We are looking for someone who has outstanding skills in systems and processes that can provide clinical administration support the Patient Safety and Clinical Intelligence Teams.
The Patient Safety and Clinical Intelligence Teams key functions include management of systems and processes that support Adverse Event reviews and Safety1st system. The Patient Safety team also undertakes project work, and data collection for the Health Quality and Safety Commissions quality safety markers.
This position is 0.7FTE, and can be based anywhere in Southern, though the preference is on Southland site. The role does cover processes across Health New Zealand - Southern. It is an integral role to the team to develop, support and manage these activities.
View Position Description
About the Team/Service/ Location
Health New Zealand - Southern has the largest geographical coverage of all the New Zealand regions, providing services to 350,000 people in diverse communities. We take pride in all the services we provide, and our aim is to improve, promote and protect the health of our region. We believe that our dedicated and passionate staff are a significant driving force behind the achievement of these standards, and we need more like-minded people to help us continue providing for our community.
About you
Our ideal candidate will have:
• Experience in implementing Te Tiriti o Waitangi in action
• Excellence in computing skills including Office, Teams, Excel, SharePoint
• Excellent communication/ customer service skills
• Excellent teamwork/ collaboration skills
• Ability to be adaptive and flexible with an excellent aptitude for problem solving.
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 Thursday 23 April 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Deborah McDonald
[email protected]
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.