Clinical Educator

Clinical Educator - Behaviors of Concern
 

• Limited term | ending September 2026 | part time 0.4 EFT | negotiable
• Based at Box Hill Hospital and other Eastern Health sites as needed
• Experience career progression at a values-based organisation

 
Are you seeking an opportunity to have a significant impact on some of our most vulnerable patients and the staff who care for them?
Are you energised about sharing knowledge and skills with others; teaching, coaching and supporting them to help build their capability?
The Behaviours of Concern team is looking for staff keen to step into a Clinical Educator role. 
 
This position offers a unique opportunity to gain skills and knowledge in cognition and responsive behaviors, deliver education across different professional groups, and be involved in the team’s continuous improvement work.

Eastern Health

Eastern Health is one of Melbourne’s largest public health services. We provide a range of emergency, surgical, medical and general healthcare services and have a proud history of serving a diverse community.

Our Employee Value Proposition is “Being a part of Eastern Health means belonging to a welcoming team of healthcare experts”.

This statement aligns with our promise to our communities, patients, consumers and staff that we will be HEALTHIER TOGETHER. Bolder than a vision for the future, our promise calls us to action. We know that working together is the only way we can achieve what is necessary for a healthier future.

About the role

The Clinical Educator is responsible for delivering education support to the workforce in support of excellence in clinical standards. The position is one of clinical leadership and collaborates with the Learning & Teaching teams, Nurse/Midwifery Managers and senior staff to provide guidance and clinical skill development of staff.
 
This role focuses on providing clinical expertise using various educational models of peer coaching, role modelling and working collegially with clinical staff to support patients at risk of delirium and behaviours of concern (BOC). The role uses a real time and problem-based approach to support improved patient outcomes through early identification and management of behaviours, and improved learning outcomes for clinicians managing BOC.
 
The Clinical Educator also works with teams to plan, implement and evaluate education that meets the needs of various interprofessional cohorts; this can include facilitation at study days, in-services and other education opportunities across Eastern Health sites. The role allows for creativity, innovation and the opportunity to work within a team that values continuous improvement and collaboration.

About you 

To be successful in this role you will possess:

• Bachelor and/or Masters qualification in health-related profession (Allied Health or Nursing).
• Postgraduate qualifications in education, nursing or health related field.
• Registration with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (APRHA) or eligibility for membership of relevant professional body.
• Recent experience working with multidisciplinary team, patients, families and carers in relation to behaviors of concern.
• A sound understanding of the principles and objectives of interprofessional learning and the application of this in the clinical environment.
• Well-developed conflict resolution and negotiation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to critically think and solve problems.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both verbal and written).
• Demonstrated flexibility and initiative to work autonomously.
• Computer literacy and health technologies.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.

 
The following will be highly regarded:
 

• Master’s qualifications in education, nursing or health related field (or working towards). 
• Previous experience in healthcare education.

 
Healthcare workers are strongly recommended to follow COVID vaccination recommendations provided in the Australian Immunisation handbook (based on ATAGI advice). Seasonal vaccination against influenza is a mandatory requirement of this role and an offer is conditional on this being up to date prior to employment.

What we offer

Eastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range here!

• Mentor and Shadowing program 
• Access to discovery days across our 50 sites 
• Study and professional development leave 
• Friendly & supportive teams
• Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion 
• Fitness Passport for work-life balance 
• Employee Assistance program accessible for you and your loved ones 
• Flexible working hours and excellent entitlements 
• Salary packaging options and an employee benefits scheme 
• Access to Private Health Insurance offers 
• Digital upskilling, such as excel and Power-Bi training 
• Cafes at all of our Hospitals 

Next Steps

Apply online if you feel we are a good match, you have the skills and qualities to make a difference, and are eligible to work in Australia.

We review all applications when we receive them, and we notify unsuccessful candidates.

If you are shortlisted, we will be in touch to arrange an interview, and you must complete a National Police Check.

Good to know:

• We are an equal opportunity employer and actively promote equality for people of all races, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, and for people living with disability – within the communities we serve and our Eastern Health team.
• We provide a culturally safe and welcoming environment for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander employees.
• As a child-safe organisation, we ensure child safety and wellbeing is embedded in our everyday culture.
• Vaccination and screening for immunity to vaccine-preventable disease is a mandatory requirement of this role.
• Advertising may end before the closing date.
• We do not accept recruitment agency application

If you are a current Eastern Health employee please ensure you log in with your internal Eastern Health account to apply for this or other roles.

Please click here for position description link

Contact Person: Orsika Nagy

Contact Number: 9764 6169

Contact Email: [email protected] 

Job Posting End Date: 15/04/2026

Need help submitting your application?

Just contact the Hiring Manager in the advertisement or call the Talent Acquisition Team on (03) 9955 7555 (Option 1)

Click Here for the Candidate Guide also for help in our recruitment process!

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