Job summary
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us. Please see below for a detailed job description for the role.
Main duties of the job
The orthoptic team at Southampton Eye Unit have a vacancy for a full-time band 6 orthoptist. Applications from student orthoptists qualifying this summer would be considered but would be appointed at band 5 for the first year.
We provide a wide variety of clinical orthoptics and the opportunity to develop into extended roles. You will be joining a friendly and supportive team of 13 orthoptists working closely with four paediatric ophthalmologists - two with an ocular motility specialism, two neuro-ophthalmologists, optometrists, vision scientists and a dedicated orthoptic reception and administration team.
Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.
For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the 'Job Description and Main Responsibilities' section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.
About us
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to.
All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working, Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
Due to the nature of this role and service, this role is on-site and the hours are as advertised. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you need, and we will explore what's possible for the role and service.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be working in specialist paediatric, ocular motility, nystagmus and neuro-ophthalmology clinics, and providing orthoptic input to botulinum clinics for strabismus and adjustable suture procedures. There is also be the opportunity to train to deliver intra-vitreal injections for patients with age-related macular degeneration.
Audit and continuing professional development are encouraged in the department, and we have regular teaching sessions. We are a placement centre for orthoptic undergraduate students, and depending on your experience, you would be a clinical tutor.
State registered orthoptistSome evening and weekend work may be requiredAbility to drive and access to a car would be an advantage
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be working in specialist paediatric, ocular motility, nystagmus and neuro-ophthalmology clinics, and providing orthoptic input to botulinum clinics for strabismus and adjustable suture procedures. There is also be the opportunity to train to deliver intra-vitreal injections for patients with age-related macular degeneration.
Audit and continuing professional development are encouraged in the department, and we have regular teaching sessions. We are a placement centre for orthoptic undergraduate students, and depending on your experience, you would be a clinical tutor.
State registered orthoptistSome evening and weekend work may be requiredAbility to drive and access to a car would be an advantage
Person Specification
Trust Values
Essential
- Patients first
- Working together
- Always Improving
Skills and competencies
Essential
- Ability to learn and assimilate information quickly
- Analytical thinking
- Communication
- Critical thinking
- Customer service
- General IT skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Working under pressure
Qualifications, knowledge and experience
Essential
- BSc/Diploma in Orthoptics
- Registration with HCPC
- Skills and experience in clinical orthoptics
- Experience of clinical teaching
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
- Completed training medicines exemptions for orthoptists
- Skills and experience in specialised orthoptic clinics
- Experience of supervising orthoptic undergraduate students
- Experience in undertaking clinical audit
Person Specification
Trust Values
Essential
- Patients first
- Working together
- Always Improving
Skills and competencies
Essential
- Ability to learn and assimilate information quickly
- Analytical thinking
- Communication
- Critical thinking
- Customer service
- General IT skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Working under pressure
Qualifications, knowledge and experience
Essential
- BSc/Diploma in Orthoptics
- Registration with HCPC
- Skills and experience in clinical orthoptics
- Experience of clinical teaching
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
- Completed training medicines exemptions for orthoptists
- Skills and experience in specialised orthoptic clinics
- Experience of supervising orthoptic undergraduate students
- Experience in undertaking clinical audit
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.
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.
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).
