Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen in the Ophthalmology in the Eye Emergency and Outpatient departments. The working hours vary. There is flexibility required in order to work weekends and bank holidays. We are looking for a dynamic, highly motivated and caring registered practitioner who is able to demonstrate a high standard of clinical practice to join this very busy Eye Emergency Department. You must possess excellent communication skills and team working qualities with a willingness to learn. We offer in-house training in accordance with the Ophthalmic Common Core Competency Framework (OCCCF), and will teach the practical skills required. We are looking for individuals who will enjoy working as part of the multidisciplinary team. The Eye Department is a fast paced environment where positive attitudes, energy and innovation are welcomed. The successful candidate will need to develop a range of skills to enable them to cover all aspects of the care we provide to our patients, this includes: This role requires an active UK NMC Registration Base Location: Bournemouth Interview Date: TBC Main duties of the job To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents, which are attached to this advert. This is just some examples of the variety of work required to support our clinicians. Vision testing Triage/ Telephone Managing patients autonomously. About us Our values define who we are as TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued teammates and colleagues. UHD are investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme. This means that some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or long term. Recruiting Managers interviewing for this role will be happy to answer any specific questions that you have about this at interview. Date posted 08 November 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 to £36,483 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number 153-SU03861 Job locations RBH Castle lane east Bournemouth BH7 7DW Job description Job responsibilities To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents, which are attached to this advert. Job description Job responsibilities To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents, which are attached to this advert. Person Specification Experience Essential 2 years as a registered nurse Managing patients autonomously Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse Knowledge Essential Basic Ophthalmic condition and treatment. Desirable Specific ophthalmic conditions and drug Technical Skills Competencies Desirable Ability to administer IV drugs Ability to perform ECG, venepuncture/cannulation Ability to perform range of specific ophthalmic skills - i.e. vision testing, eye OCT, IOP's, etc Person Specification Experience Essential 2 years as a registered nurse Managing patients autonomously Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse Knowledge Essential Basic Ophthalmic condition and treatment. Desirable Specific ophthalmic conditions and drug Technical Skills Competencies Desirable Ability to administer IV drugs Ability to perform ECG, venepuncture/cannulation Ability to perform range of specific ophthalmic skills - i.e. vision testing, eye OCT, IOP's, etc 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). 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 University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust Address RBH Castle lane east Bournemouth BH7 7DW Employer's website https://www.uhd.nhs.uk/careers (Opens in a new tab)