Orthoptist - Band 5
28.5 hours fixed term 8 months
We are looking for an enthusiastic, well-motivated Orthoptist to join our team of seven Orthoptists, one field technician, four Optometrists, and Ophthalmology. The position is based at Tameside General Hospital but the post holder will be expected to undertake community clinics throughout the whole of Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care Organisation.
Minimum Requirements:
A diploma or degree in Orthoptics and registration with the HCPC is essential.
Responsibilities:
1. To provide high quality, comprehensive Orthoptic services for Tameside & Glossop Integrated Care Foundation Trust both in a hospital setting and in the community.
2. Assessing, determining clinical diagnosis, treating and managing clients referred to the service and providing specialist advice.
3. To participate in the District Visual Screening Programme delivered in school reception class.
4. To provide specialist Orthoptic advice to patients and a wide range of Health Professionals.
5. To demonstrate Orthoptics to other health professionals.
About Us:
Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust serves a community of 250,000 people across Tameside & Glossop. We provide a range of services both within the hospital and across our community for both adults and children. Our vision is to improve health outcomes for our population and influence wider determinants of health through collaboration with our health & care partners.
Our Values:
We have a clear set of values & behaviours which we expect all of our staff to demonstrate:
* Compassion
* Accountability
* Respect
* Excellence
We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population.
We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian & minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ & Disabled people.
Benefits:
Benefits include; flexible working, 27-33 days annual leave plus bank holidays, sick pay, NHS Pension Scheme, free eye tests and health checks, gym discount, free bicycle loan scheme, salary sacrifice car scheme, support with stress, bereavement, relationships, finance, and much more.
The job description gives an overview of the main tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specifications focus on the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. These documents are attached on the page and can be downloaded.
Application Closing Date:
This advert closes on Tuesday 22 Apr 2025. #J-18808-Ljbffr