Job summary The post holder with support from the Nurse Consultant, will be responsible for a caseload of patients surgically and managing new and review nurse led clinics in-person and via telemedicine. Successful candidate will be required to demonstrate communication and specialist skills, knowledge and expertise in adnexal conditions. Main duties of the job In part time post the successful candidate will be responsible for assessing the patients' adnexal condition at the first point of contact, providing autonomous practice which demonstrates high level of accountability at an advanced clinical level, delivering high-quality direct patient care, making critical medical and surgical decisions and providing treatment based on advanced clinical skills assessment and the ability to non-medically prescribe. About us At Moorfields, we provide more than just an excellent career and great colleagues to work with. We also offer: Salary including High-Cost Area Supplement Opportunity to join the NHS Pension Scheme Free 24/7 independent counselling service Learning and development opportunities Easy and quick transport links A range of attractive benefits and discounts Access to Blue Light Card and other NHS Discount Schemes Free Pilates classes Full support and training to develop your skills Flexible working friendly organisation And so much more To see the full range of benefits we offer please see our Moorfields benefits document. Date posted 29 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 8a Salary £56,147 to £62,266 a year incl. HCAS Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number 273-DC-6878092 Job locations Moorfields Eye Hospital City Road Islington, London EC1V 2PD Job description Job responsibilities 1. Practice autonomously demonstrating high level of accountability at an advanced clinical level, delivering high-quality direct patient care, making critical clinical decisions based on advanced clinical skills assessment. 2. With support from the Nurse Consultant, be responsible for a caseload of patients surgically and managing new and review nurse led clinics in-person and via telemedicine. 3. Work in partnership with individuals, families and carers, using a range of assessment methods as appropriate (e.g. of history-taking, holistic assessment, identifying risk factors, mental health assessments, requesting, undertaking and/or interpreting diagnostic tests, and conducting health needs assessments). 4. Assess, diagnosis and treat patients, develop treatment plans within set guidelines, and record clinical findings using the department information systems, when necessary collaborate with the multiprofessional and/or refer to the senior clinical colleagues as appropriate. 5. Challenge practice so that the best and most appropriate treatment is given to the patient; maintaining and monitoring high standards of care, recognising and responding proactively to patients changing clinical needs. 6. Maintain professional competence, authority and credibility by undertaking regular clinical sessions in line with your job plan (Appendix 2) and being highly visible to patients, carers and staff, actively seeking feedback about the quality of services. Collaborate in the establishment and monitoring of protocols/care pathways. 7. Critically apply your advanced clinical expertise to provide consultancy across professional and service boundaries, influencing clinical practice to enhance quality, reduce unwarranted variation and promote the sharing and adoption of best practice. 8. Actively participate in case discussions and multi-disciplinary team meetings, liaise with inter hospital departments/personnel across organisations and professional boundaries. 9. Be conversant with trust policies, procedure and systems for safeguarding including the assessment of Mental Capacity, the process for consideration requests for Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DOLS) and the application of the principles of Prevent (counter terrorism awareness). Provide advice and support to clinical staff in implementing policies and procedures. 10. Be an non-medical independent prescriber, in accordance with policies, current legislation and Patient Group Directions (PGDs). Job description Job responsibilities 1. Practice autonomously demonstrating high level of accountability at an advanced clinical level, delivering high-quality direct patient care, making critical clinical decisions based on advanced clinical skills assessment. 2. With support from the Nurse Consultant, be responsible for a caseload of patients surgically and managing new and review nurse led clinics in-person and via telemedicine. 3. Work in partnership with individuals, families and carers, using a range of assessment methods as appropriate (e.g. of history-taking, holistic assessment, identifying risk factors, mental health assessments, requesting, undertaking and/or interpreting diagnostic tests, and conducting health needs assessments). 4. Assess, diagnosis and treat patients, develop treatment plans within set guidelines, and record clinical findings using the department information systems, when necessary collaborate with the multiprofessional and/or refer to the senior clinical colleagues as appropriate. 5. Challenge practice so that the best and most appropriate treatment is given to the patient; maintaining and monitoring high standards of care, recognising and responding proactively to patients changing clinical needs. 6. Maintain professional competence, authority and credibility by undertaking regular clinical sessions in line with your job plan (Appendix 2) and being highly visible to patients, carers and staff, actively seeking feedback about the quality of services. Collaborate in the establishment and monitoring of protocols/care pathways. 7. Critically apply your advanced clinical expertise to provide consultancy across professional and service boundaries, influencing clinical practice to enhance quality, reduce unwarranted variation and promote the sharing and adoption of best practice. 8. Actively participate in case discussions and multi-disciplinary team meetings, liaise with inter hospital departments/personnel across organisations and professional boundaries. 9. Be conversant with trust policies, procedure and systems for safeguarding including the assessment of Mental Capacity, the process for consideration requests for Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DOLS) and the application of the principles of Prevent (counter terrorism awareness). Provide advice and support to clinical staff in implementing policies and procedures. 10. Be an non-medical independent prescriber, in accordance with policies, current legislation and Patient Group Directions (PGDs). Person Specification Education Essential Non-Medical Prescriber MSc Ophthalmic Studies/Advanced Practice/Management Desirable Minor Surgery Management or Leadership Skills Skills Essential Adnexal Injection, Lacrimal Syringing or Minor Surgery and Intravenous Cannulation Desirable Attendance at Adnexal Training Courses Experience Essential Adnexal Band 7 Experience Desirable 2 years or more experience in oculoplastics Person Specification Education Essential Non-Medical Prescriber MSc Ophthalmic Studies/Advanced Practice/Management Desirable Minor Surgery Management or Leadership Skills Skills Essential Adnexal Injection, Lacrimal Syringing or Minor Surgery and Intravenous Cannulation Desirable Attendance at Adnexal Training Courses Experience Essential Adnexal Band 7 Experience Desirable 2 years or more experience in oculoplastics 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 Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Address Moorfields Eye Hospital City Road Islington, London EC1V 2PD Employer's website https://www.moorfields.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)