Site Kent and Canterbury Hospital
Town Canterbury
Salary £37,338 - £44,962 per annum
Newly Qualified will start on Band 5
Salary period Yearly
Closing 14/03/2025 23:59
Job overview
We are looking for a highly motivated orthoptist keen to be part of a team of 11 Orthoptists (9.6wte), along with Consultant Ophthalmologists, optometrists, clinical nurse specialists and ophthalmic technicians.
A degree/diploma in Orthoptics and registration with the HCPC is essential (or working towards/return to practice). Newly qualified orthoptists would be considered at a band 5.
Main duties of the job
The post provides a varied and challenging case load including paediatric ophthalmology specialist clinics, ocular motility and botulinum toxin clinics, neuro-ophthalmology, stroke and trauma patients. We are an accredited department for orthoptic undergraduates on placement and as a teaching hospital we are involved in the clinical teaching of medical students, junior doctors and pre-registration optometrists. The successful candidate will be required to work as part of an enthusiastic multi-disciplinary team.
Working for our organisation
We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with five hospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 800,000 people. Our vision is 'great healthcare from great people'. Everything we do is guided by our values: 'People feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference’. We have a new way of working at East Kent Hospitals, called 'We care'. It's about empowering frontline staff to lead improvements day-to-day. We're looking for compassionate people to be part of our improvement journey for the patients, families and carers we care for every day.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in ‘Documents to download’.
Person specification
Qualifications
* Degree or equivalent in Orthoptics
* Registered with HCPC
* BIOS membership or separate Medical and Professional Liability Insurance
* Evidence of ongoing professional development
Clinical Skills & Experience
* Experience assessing a broad range of Orthoptic patients including complex patients
* Identifies the need for and seeks senior support as required.
* Decision making and problem solving capability in complex or highly conflicting situations
* Ability to analyse & interpret clinical findings in order to plan and deliver the best treatment possible
* Ability to maintain accurate & comprehensive treatment notes for each patient
* Knowledge of up to date clinical/evidenced based practice
* Basic IT knowledge
* Post graduate experience working as an orthoptist
* Attendance of BIOS Clinical Tutors course
Governance
* Upholds and models the trust Values
* Knowledge of clinical governance and its importance in clinical practice
* Experience undertaking audits
* Experience undertaking research
Personal & Professional Attributes
* Ability to work in busy environment
* Highly developed verbal & nonverbal communication skills.
* Ability to work effectively both in a team & autonomously.
Other Requirements
* Ability to travel independently to all main sites in a timely manner
The ability to converse easily and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for all customer facing roles.
Most positions require a Disclosure and Barring check and will be exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Posts working regularly or unsupervised with children or vulnerable adults require an enhanced check.
Applicants for eligible roles requiring Tier 2 sponsorship must meet UK Visas and Immigration eligibility criteria.
The Trust is committed to supporting flexible working to fulfil our pledge as part of The Trust’s People Strategy to help staff to achieve a healthy work/life balance. Please speak with your Recruiting Manager for further information on how this can be managed alongside department expectations and requirements.
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