Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Specialist Optometrist to join the Optometry team at The Shrewsbury & Telford Hospital NHS Trust.
This post is a 12 month fixed term post to cover maternity leave. We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Optometrist who is keen to develop their clinical skills in core Optometry and progress their specialist clinical interest in areas such as Medical Retina, Glaucoma, Intravitreal injections & Laser. Hospital experience is desirable but not essential as full training will be given.
The successful applicant will have the opportunity to work in a range of core and specialist clinics, working alongside Consultant Ophthalmologists and other Specialist Optometrists & Orthoptists.
The job role will develop around the specific skills and interests of the successful candidate. There are opportunities to work in Paediatric, Cataract, Urgent Eye Care, Glaucoma, Medical Retina Clinics.
Main duties of the job
The post holder is an autonomous practitioner who will provide a broad range of core and highly specialised services to support the Orthoptic and Ophthalmology departments. Procedures involve the use of specialist ophthalmic instrumentation to a high degree of accuracy. Analysis andinterpretation of specialist test results will be necessary to prescribe the appropriate optical appliances and plan or revise individual programmes of patient care.
As a senior clinician, the post holder is expected to be capable of managing complex cases independently and to provide clinical advice and expert opinion to colleagues as necessary. The post holder will be required to actively contribute to teaching, audit, clinical governance, anddepartmental administration.
About us
As an organisation we strive to provide high quality, safe care for our patients in an environment which our staff are proud to work in. We believe that by adhering to our Vision ("To provide excellent care for the communities we serve") and working with our Trust Values in mind (Partnering, Ambitious, Caring, Trusted) we can achieve the right results for the people that matter most - our patients and their families.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc (Hons) Optometry or equivalent or MSc Optometry
- GOC registered as qualified Optometrist
Desirable
- 2.1 or higher
- Post graduate clinical qualification(s) or working towards further qualifications
- Participation in local eye health shared care scheme such as MECS/OHT monitoring/pre & post cataract assessments
Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal & sensitive communication skills.
- Flexible approach to working practices including problem solving skills.
- Excellent clinical skills including competent use of highly complex equipment.
Desirable
- Significant further training and clinical experience in specialist area.
- Evidence of CPD/audit/research
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of on-going continuous professional development in accordance with GOC requirements
- Experience managing minor eye conditions
- Experience in paediatric eye care
- Confident using electronic health records
Desirable
- Significant post registration with the GOC
- Experience in a surgical setting or hospital work environment
- Working in a multidisciplinary team
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc (Hons) Optometry or equivalent or MSc Optometry
- GOC registered as qualified Optometrist
Desirable
- 2.1 or higher
- Post graduate clinical qualification(s) or working towards further qualifications
- Participation in local eye health shared care scheme such as MECS/OHT monitoring/pre & post cataract assessments
Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal & sensitive communication skills.
- Flexible approach to working practices including problem solving skills.
- Excellent clinical skills including competent use of highly complex equipment.
Desirable
- Significant further training and clinical experience in specialist area.
- Evidence of CPD/audit/research
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of on-going continuous professional development in accordance with GOC requirements
- Experience managing minor eye conditions
- Experience in paediatric eye care
- Confident using electronic health records
Desirable
- Significant post registration with the GOC
- Experience in a surgical setting or hospital work environment
- Working in a multidisciplinary team
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).
