Job summary
Our department is seeking an optometrist with experience and a special interest in paediatrics to join our team here at Bradford Teaching Hospitals Trust.
The successful candidate will work closely with orthoptic colleagues and the paediatric ophthalmology service by carrying out paediatric cycloplegic and subjective refractions and fundoscopy.
The successful candidate will be part of our growing team of specialist optometrists who support ophthalmology via a wide range of specialist optometry roles. Paediatric refractions are an essential part of this current post, however, as a Specialist optometrist, other specialised services may become available, depending on the needs of the service.
Main duties of the job
Participation in the delivery of highly complex specialist optometric services and a comprehensive range of core optometric services that meet the changing needs of the Directorate and other outside agencies.
To work closely with the line manager to ensure that optometric services of the highest standard are delivered.
About us
Our People Charter outlines the behaviours we can expect from one another and what you can expect from Bradford Teaching Hospitals Foundation Trust:
- We value people
- We are one team
- We care
We're keen to meet people who share these values and are passionate about delivering the highest quality of care to our patients.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached for the job description document for this post for further details in regards to the main responsibilities of the role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached for the job description document for this post for further details in regards to the main responsibilities of the role.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience and interest in carrying out paediatric cycloplegic and subjective refractions and fundus examinations
- Availability on a Tuesday all day
- Interest in paediatric ophthalmology and working with children
Desirable
Skills
Essential
- Good verbal and written command of English
- Effective listening, communication and interpersonal skills, with particularly good, sympathetic manner with patients
- Ability to work as a team
Knowledge
Desirable
- Broad theoretical knowledge of ocular pathology and current treatment options
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Optometry
- GOC registered
Desirable
- Independent Prescriber
- College of Optometrists Higher Diplomas
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience and interest in carrying out paediatric cycloplegic and subjective refractions and fundus examinations
- Availability on a Tuesday all day
- Interest in paediatric ophthalmology and working with children
Desirable
Skills
Essential
- Good verbal and written command of English
- Effective listening, communication and interpersonal skills, with particularly good, sympathetic manner with patients
- Ability to work as a team
Knowledge
Desirable
- Broad theoretical knowledge of ocular pathology and current treatment options
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Optometry
- GOC registered
Desirable
- Independent Prescriber
- College of Optometrists Higher Diplomas
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
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).
