Job summary We are looking to recruit to cover a years maternity leave creating an exciting opportunity for an Orthoptist to join our team at York Hospital. The successful applicant will work alongside 3 wte Orthoptists, 2.6 wte Optometrists and 3 Consultant Ophthalmologists specialising in Paediatric and Adult Motility. York is a large Ophthalmology unit with 23 consultants in total covering all specialities, to include Neuro-Ophthalmology. The successful applicant will also be responsible, depending on experience for providing an Orthoptic Service to the Children's Centre, liaising with Paediatrician's and other AHP's involved in the care of children with additional needs The successful candidate should have Diploma/Degree in Orthoptics Medicine exemptions for Orthoptists HCPC registration Main duties of the job To work as part of the Orthoptic Team and contribute to a high standard of Orthoptic care within the Ophthalmology Services at the Trust, working to Professional Practice Guidelines and Trust Policies. To work as an autonomous practitioner using evidence based and patient centered principles, to provide a high standard of care to a diverse caseload of patients to include patients with social, physical, psychological, behavioural, and cognitive challenges. As an autonomous practitioner to assess, diagnose, treat and discharge Paediatric and Adult patients attending the Orthoptic Service and to provide Specialist Orthoptic advice to a range of patients including those with highly complex conditions. To work as a member of a multidisciplinary team, working alongside Ophthalmologists & Optometrists to assess and manage patients. To take the Lead Role in the provision of a Specialist Service in the Children's Centre, to assess and manage children with visual impairment &/or additional needs. The role involves multi-disciplinary working to include liaising with Paediatricians, Physiotherapists, OT's, SALTS, ECLO's QTVI's, SENCO's and LEA To act as a resource within the Department and Trust providing specialist Orthoptic information and advice. To provide training, support and advice to Orthoptic Undergraduates, junior doctors, pre-registration Optometrists and other Health Care Professions About us Our benefits We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including: Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service) A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme An extensive range of learning and development opportunities Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance from a range of providers For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages. Date posted 12 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year pro rata Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number 419-6933815-SO-CSD Job locations York Hospital Wigginton Road York YO31 8HE Job description Job responsibilities. A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description. Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit you application at the earliest opportunity. Working for the Trust Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence. Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: yhs-tr.recruitmentnhs.net. As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have Armed Forces Friendly Employer We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment. Secondment / Fixed term If you are applying for this position on a secondment basis you must seek approval from your current line manager prior to applying May become permanent Job description Job responsibilities. A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description. Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit you application at the earliest opportunity. Working for the Trust Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence. Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: yhs-tr.recruitmentnhs.net. As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have Armed Forces Friendly Employer We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment. Secondment / Fixed term If you are applying for this position on a secondment basis you must seek approval from your current line manager prior to applying May become permanent Person Specification Qualifications Essential BSc/Diploma Orthoptics Medicine Exemptions for Orthoptist HCPC registration Desirable Post graduate qualifications Experience Essential Evidence of Knowledge and skills relevant to the role to include assessment diagnosis through clinical reasoning, evaluation, and management Working knowledge of a broad range of conditions, and the impact of these conditions on the individual, family, and carers Evidence of working with children with visual impairment/additional needs Desirable Experience in training/supporting/supervising, Orthoptists, Orthoptic students and other health care professionals Skills Essential The ability to work autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team communication Essential Demonstration of good communication skills Person Specification Qualifications Essential BSc/Diploma Orthoptics Medicine Exemptions for Orthoptist HCPC registration Desirable Post graduate qualifications Experience Essential Evidence of Knowledge and skills relevant to the role to include assessment diagnosis through clinical reasoning, evaluation, and management Working knowledge of a broad range of conditions, and the impact of these conditions on the individual, family, and carers Evidence of working with children with visual impairment/additional needs Desirable Experience in training/supporting/supervising, Orthoptists, Orthoptic students and other health care professionals Skills Essential The ability to work autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team communication Essential Demonstration of good communication skills Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address York Hospital Wigginton Road York YO31 8HE Employer's website https://www.yorkhospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)