Telephonist - fixed term
New Zealand Government • Southland District, Southland • Posted July 14, 2026
About the Role
Telephonist
Southland Hospital
Fixed-term, full-time role
Salary band: $63,337 - $68,901, depending on experience
* First point of contact for all calls coming into Southland Hospital
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
Reporting to the Senior Telephonist, you will be responsible for:
* answering internal and external calls
* carrying out emergency procedures when required
* monitoring alarms
* documenting any faults in the phone system.
The calls you deal with will vary from emergency calls to general enquiries. You will be organised and able to complete data entry and other administration duties associated with the department.
You will be covering the below shifts:
* 6am - 2pm
* 9am - 5pm
* 2pm - 10pm
About the Team/Service/Location
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora - South...
Southland Hospital
Fixed-term, full-time role
Salary band: $63,337 - $68,901, depending on experience
* First point of contact for all calls coming into Southland Hospital
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
Reporting to the Senior Telephonist, you will be responsible for:
* answering internal and external calls
* carrying out emergency procedures when required
* monitoring alarms
* documenting any faults in the phone system.
The calls you deal with will vary from emergency calls to general enquiries. You will be organised and able to complete data entry and other administration duties associated with the department.
You will be covering the below shifts:
* 6am - 2pm
* 9am - 5pm
* 2pm - 10pm
About the Team/Service/Location
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora - South...