Lead Orthoptist (Community and Vision Screening)
Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic orthoptist to join our dynamic team at RDUH Foundation Trust based at the West of England Eye Unit in Exeter. The post holder will lead the school vision screening service and community orthoptic services. They will work in core and specialist orthoptic clinics in the acute hospital and across community sites and lead the departmental audit and develop research opportunities.
Main duties of the job
For more detail about the main duties of this role, please see the job description section below. As a key member of the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, you will be joining an exceptional team working together to help our patients to stay healthy, when they need it most.
Job responsibilities
This is a fantastic opportunity to work in our friendly team based in Exeter consisting of 7 Orthoptists, 1 orthoptic assistant, 17 Ophthalmologists and 6 Optometrists. As well as leading the vision screening and community orthoptic service, the post holder will work in a wide range of specialist consultant services including Paediatric ophthalmology, Neuro ophthalmology, Thyroid clinic and Ocular motility. We are also the regional centre for paediatric cataract surgery. You will also have the exciting role of developing research and audit opportunities for the orthoptic department.
* The Orthoptic service is provided at the acute hospital in Exeter and several community hospital locations therefore the post holder must be able to travel.
* Applicants must be registered with the HCPC.
* This is a full time post but part time will be considered.
Working Pattern: 37.5 hours over 4 days. 3 days of 9.5 hours and one day of 9 hours
Interview Date: To be confirmed.
For further information please contact: Laura Doucas, Head Orthoptist on 01392 406031 or laura.doucas@nhs.net
As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.
Person Specification
General Requirements
* See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description
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.
Employer name
Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
#J-18808-Ljbffr