Clinical Educator - Pharm Facilitators

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 Clinical Educator for the Pharmacist Facilitator Team, youll lead the development and delivery of education and clinical leadership for pharmacists working in primary care. This role is focused on workforce development, safe and high-quality patient care, and outcome-focused practice. Youll identify learning needs, design and deliver training, and support consistent standards of practice across the Clinical Pharmacist workforce.

Youll also collaborate across the health system - including NGOs, Iwi providers, and community health services - to support education and integration. This is a strategic and influential role where your expertise will help shape the future of pharmacy services and contribute to improved health outcomes for our communities.

About the Team / Service / Location

Youll be part of the Specialist and Community Services Group, working closely with the Clinical Pharmacist Facilitator Manager and a dedicated team of professionals based in primary care settings. The team is committed to delivering high-quality, integrated pharmacy services across the district. With strong connections to hospital pharmacy, allied health, and Māori health services, this is a collaborative environment where innovation, equity, and continuous improvement are valued.

Hawkes Bay offers excellent work-life balance, sun, beaches, exceptional outdoor adventures, great schools, mountains and skiing close by, wonderful food and stunning wineries, vibrant cities and plenty more to boast about, click HERE to take a closer look at what Hawkes Bay has to offer.

About you

To succeed in this role, you will bring :

• Registration as a Pharmacist with a current Annual Practising Certificate.
• At least 6 years experience in a relevant clinical pharmacy role, with leadership and mentoring experience.
• Proven commitment to quality, safety, and clinical governance.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative, relationship-focused approach.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and a current NZ drivers licence.
• Understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and a commitment to equity and Māori health gain.
• Desirable : Clinical Educator or postgraduate qualifications, project management skills, and experience teaching groups.

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 review the position profile, click HERE To apply please click apply now. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Dawn Tyler via email on

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

#J-18808-Ljbffr