Clinical Equity Advisor- Waikato at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Waikato, Waikato

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Permanent part-time 0.1FTE- 4hrs per week
• Based in Waikato/ Hamilton, and you can work remotely or onsite

Are you an SMO or GP who is passionate about equity and improving health outcomes for whānau?  Become part of our dedicated Enhanced Hauora Access team within Health NZ Te Whatu Ora Waikato 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

As Clinical Equity Advisor, you will provide clinical and equity leadership to advance Māori health outcomes at Te Whatu Ora Waikato, with a focus on enhanced access for patients with high equity and clinical needs. The role delivers clinical advisory support to equity initiatives, including the Enhanced Hauora Access Team, applying senior clinical expertise to strengthen quality, safety, and equity of services for whānau.

Key Responsibilities:

In the position of Clinical Equity Advisor, you will work collaboratively as part of an accountable core management team to deliver practical and equitable health outcomes, as outlined in the Position Description.

Click here to view the position description.

About the Team/Service

The Enhanced Hauora Access Team is committed to radically improving access to healthcare and being the bridge that connects whānau to equitable health outcomes. Guided by kaupapa Māori values, we work alongside whānau and clinical teams to remove barriers, champion equity, and support meaningful engagement within the health system, building a seamless pathway between the hospital and primary healthcare.

We are dedicated to embedding the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi in our everyday practice upholding tino rangatiratanga, fostering partnership, ensuring active protection, enabling equitable health outcomes, and supporting whānau to access care that honours their mana and aspirations.

About You

You will bring proven Māori health leadership, team leadership, and a commitment to evidence-based clinical practice, alongside a detailed understanding of healthcare delivery, effective and safe communication, and the ability to navigate complex social and political health system environments.

In addition, youll need:

• A current Annual Practicing Certificate (APC) with the Medical Council of New Zealand

• A detailed knowledge of how healthcare is delivered and supported, and using sound management constructs.

• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and safely

How to Apply

To apply please click Apply online or apply via our Waikato Careers website by clicking here.

All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before 11:59 pm on Sunday 26 April 2026.

If you have any questions about the role, please contact Rachel Spencer at Rachel.Spencer@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz

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