Telehealth Specialist - Health Advisory

Telehealth Specialist - Health Advisory

Fixed term, part-time role (0.6FTE) working 24 hours per week based in Whangārei until 2 April 2027. Support the development and delivery of telehealth services that improve access to care across Te Tai Tokerau, enabling more people to receive specialist healthcare closer to home. Join a forward-thinking team at the forefront of digital health innovation, where you can make a tangible impact on patient outcomes, service delivery, and health equity.

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

As a Telehealth Specialist, you will play a pivotal role supporting and implementing telehealth solutions across Te Tai Tokerau. Working at the intersection of healthcare, technology, and service improvement, you will help shape how virtual care is delivered, ensuring patients and whānau can access high-quality services regardless of location.

In this varied and autonomous role, you will manage the day-to-day operation of telehealth services, provide training and technical support to clinicians and staff, and support the development of sustainable digital health solutions. You will partner with clinical and digital teams to implement innovative technologies, improve workflows, and support the ongoing evolution of virtual healthcare across the region.

About the Team/Service/Location

The Telehealth service supports a wide range of clinical, community, acute care, and corporate services throughout Northland. Working closely with Digital Services and clinical teams, the service enables equitable access to healthcare through innovative virtual care and video conferencing solutions.

Based in beautiful Te Tai Tokerau, this role offers the opportunity to contribute to meaningful health outcomes while enjoying the lifestyle benefits Northland has to offer.

About You

As a Telehealth Specialist, you will be a confident relationship builder with strong technical expertise and a passion for improving healthcare through digital innovation. You will bring:

• A relevant tertiary qualification and experience in information technology, digital health, or a related field
• Proven experience delivering projects and implementing technical solutions and processes
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot, support users, and manage technology platforms
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to work effectively across clinical, operational, and technical teams
• An understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and a commitment to achieving equitable health outcomes for Māori and all communities

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 8 September 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Michelle Apetera at NL-Jobs@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz.

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.

Job Details

Job Reference: NOR07154

Location: North Island - Northland

Job Type: Contract/Temp Part time

Expertise: Non-clinical - Information Technology

Closes: 08-Sep-2026