Job summary
We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Orthoptist (Band 5) to join our team at Ashford and St Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. Applications are welcomed from Orthoptists wishing to join the Trust at newly qualified or 1- 2-year post registration level.
The Trust's main two sites are Ashford Hospital and St. Peter's Hospital. Day case surgery takes place in dedicated theatres at Ashford Hospital with Paediatric and other selected surgeries at St Peter's Hospital. We are a forward-looking department with a team of 19 medical staff including 1 with an interest in Paediatric Ophthalmology and Ocular Motility and 1 Paediatric Optometrist.
Main duties of the job
We have a team of 6 Orthoptists, providing expert knowledge in the assessment of visual function and ocular motility disorders in all age groups, including low vision services and stroke visual rehabilitation. The department is an accredited clinical undergraduate Orthoptic training centre. Your duties will include assessment and treatment of a wide variety of clinical conditions in both paediatric and adult clinics. We also provide secondary vision screening clinics.
You will work as part of the Orthoptic and Ophthalmology team as an autonomous practitioner providing high quality Orthoptic care. Assessing, diagnosing and managing patients referred to the Orthoptic department. Your duties will include assessment and treatment of a wide variety of clinical conditions in both paediatric and adult clinics.
About us
Ashford and St. Peters Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust serves a population of more than 410,000 people living in North-West Surrey, parts of Hounslow and beyond.
Over 3,700 highly trained doctors, nurses, midwives, therapists, healthcare scientists and other support staff make up our workforce, providing a wide range of services across our two hospital sites, Ashford, Surrey and St Peter's, Chertsey, Surrey.
We also run many specialist clinics in the community and local community hospitals and other healthcare facilities.
Our vision is to be one of the best healthcare Trusts in the country. There has never been a better time to join us in the NHS at ASPH. We are committed to providing continuous professional development and flexibility to shape our workforce around our patient care.
We are expanding our theatres at Ashford Hospital and moving towards this becoming our dedicated elective centre. We want to create a state-of-the-art centre for excellence for planned surgical procedures.
We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits/discounts and in addition:
- Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement
- On-site Nurseries
- On-site staff cafes
- On-site parking
- Support in career development
- Salary Sacrifice schemes including wage stream, lease cars, Cycle to Work schemes and home electronics
Adverts may close early, so applicants are encouraged to submit an application as soon as possible.
For more information about a career at ASPH please visit:www.asph-careers.org
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Orthoptist (Band 5) to join our team at Ashford and St Peters Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. Applications are welcomed from Orthoptists wishing to join the Trust at newly qualified or 1- 2-year post registration level.
The Trust's main two sites are Ashford Hospital and St. Peter's Hospital. Day case surgery takes place in dedicated theatres at Ashford Hospital with Paediatric and other selected surgeries at St Peter's Hospital. We are a forward-looking department with a team of 19 medical staff including 1 with an interest in Paediatric Ophthalmology and Ocular Motility and 1 Paediatric Optometrist.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Orthoptist (Band 5) to join our team at Ashford and St Peters Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. Applications are welcomed from Orthoptists wishing to join the Trust at newly qualified or 1- 2-year post registration level.
The Trust's main two sites are Ashford Hospital and St. Peter's Hospital. Day case surgery takes place in dedicated theatres at Ashford Hospital with Paediatric and other selected surgeries at St Peter's Hospital. We are a forward-looking department with a team of 19 medical staff including 1 with an interest in Paediatric Ophthalmology and Ocular Motility and 1 Paediatric Optometrist.
Person Specification
Attitude, Behaviour and Values
Essential
- oAlways puts patients first oCustomer service focus oWilling and able to take personal responsibility oDemonstrates passion for excellence oSeeks out and takes opportunities for improving the service offered oTakes pride in their work and their team oFlexible in their attitudes and behaviours to support team working and delivery of objectives oRespects, values and cares for others oSupports learning and development of self and others oSupports and promotes equality and diversity
Qualifications and Further Training
Essential
- BMEDSci or BSc Orthoptics or Diploma from the British Orthoptic Council Health and Care Professions Council Registration
Experience
Essential
- Relevant experience in a hospital setting during student placements Experience in all areas of clinical orthoptics
Experience
Desirable
- Previously worked single handed and as a member of a team Previously worked single handed and as a member of a team Experience in secondary visual screening Experience in audit Evidence of Continued Professional Development (CPD)
Additional Knowledge
Essential
- NHS Constitution Trust vision, values and strategic objectives
Skills
Essential
- Ability to assess, diagnose and treat a full range of Orthoptic cases. Confident to work independently and as a member of the team Able to organise and manage own workload Professional attitude to work. Motivated and enthusiastic. Ability to maintain good working relationships with colleagues and staff at all levels. Attention to detail. Good IT skills. Must be able to demonstrate, in relation to patients, visitors, colleagues and other individuals connected with the Trust and NHS: oYou have knowledge & awareness of diversity and human rights as appropriate to your role oYou are able to communicate effectively to ensure high standards of care and treatment. oBe able to understand an individual's communication, physical & emotional needs; recognise their needs and preferences
Desirable
- Willingness to contribute to research within the department
Other requirements
Essential
- oAble to demonstrate that you are honest, reliable and trustworthy oTreat patients, visitors, colleagues with respect oAbility to travel between Trust sites oAbility to be flexible to meet the needs of the team, the service and the Trust
Desirable
- Knowledge of the Patient Administration System (PAS), Patient Centre, Evolve Live, Dictate IT
Physical qualities
Essential
- Good general health to meet the job demands. Able to move freely to allow constant bending, twisting and leaning in order to carry out testing procedures.
Person Specification
Attitude, Behaviour and Values
Essential
- oAlways puts patients first oCustomer service focus oWilling and able to take personal responsibility oDemonstrates passion for excellence oSeeks out and takes opportunities for improving the service offered oTakes pride in their work and their team oFlexible in their attitudes and behaviours to support team working and delivery of objectives oRespects, values and cares for others oSupports learning and development of self and others oSupports and promotes equality and diversity
Qualifications and Further Training
Essential
- BMEDSci or BSc Orthoptics or Diploma from the British Orthoptic Council Health and Care Professions Council Registration
Experience
Essential
- Relevant experience in a hospital setting during student placements Experience in all areas of clinical orthoptics
Experience
Desirable
- Previously worked single handed and as a member of a team Previously worked single handed and as a member of a team Experience in secondary visual screening Experience in audit Evidence of Continued Professional Development (CPD)
Additional Knowledge
Essential
- NHS Constitution Trust vision, values and strategic objectives
Skills
Essential
- Ability to assess, diagnose and treat a full range of Orthoptic cases. Confident to work independently and as a member of the team Able to organise and manage own workload Professional attitude to work. Motivated and enthusiastic. Ability to maintain good working relationships with colleagues and staff at all levels. Attention to detail. Good IT skills. Must be able to demonstrate, in relation to patients, visitors, colleagues and other individuals connected with the Trust and NHS: oYou have knowledge & awareness of diversity and human rights as appropriate to your role oYou are able to communicate effectively to ensure high standards of care and treatment. oBe able to understand an individual's communication, physical & emotional needs; recognise their needs and preferences
Desirable
- Willingness to contribute to research within the department
Other requirements
Essential
- oAble to demonstrate that you are honest, reliable and trustworthy oTreat patients, visitors, colleagues with respect oAbility to travel between Trust sites oAbility to be flexible to meet the needs of the team, the service and the Trust
Desirable
- Knowledge of the Patient Administration System (PAS), Patient Centre, Evolve Live, Dictate IT
Physical qualities
Essential
- Good general health to meet the job demands. Able to move freely to allow constant bending, twisting and leaning in order to carry out testing procedures.
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
