Job summary
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a highly-skilled and motivated ophthalmic nurse or AHP (orthoptist, optometrist) to lead our growing nursing and AHP team as they deliver our macular service. Our fabulous, purpose-built facility at the York Community Stadium has been open for 3 years, and is already delivering a high standard of care to the thousands of patients in the region with Macular degeneration, diabetes related and other sight-threatening macular conditions.
Last year alone we delivered over 25,000 intravitreal (eye) injections and with the trend for this treatment set to increase over the coming years, we are looking for a forward thinking, enthusiastic and dynamic individual to lead our macular service into the future. Our department offers nurse and AHP-delivered steroid implants in addition to IVT injections, and embraces the development of individuals to continue their professional learning and develop their skills and knowledge further.
The stadium is part of the York Hospital Eye department, and the lead for the stadium service will have joint responsibility for managing cross site staff, working closely with the Senior Sister at York Hospital and with the leads for the ophthalmic imaging service.
Main duties of the job
We are looking to recruit someone with significant ophthalmology experience, preferably with additional experience in the medical retina subspeciality, and an ability to perform intravitreal injections is desirable but not essential. You should have highly developed communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with all staff groups and patients alike.
The role is an exciting combination of clinical responsibility, mentoring, and service development. It is a great opportunity to develop line management skills with the backing of a supportive team, and to develop clinical skills alongside a supportive and friendly consultant body.
About us
Our benefits
We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including:
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A generous relocation package of up to 30% of salary (capped at £18k) to support with relocation expenses for hard to fill positions where relocation would be an expectation to undertake the role fully. If you would like to discuss a potential relocation package, please speak to the recruiting department/manager.
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Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme
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Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance from a range of providers
For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages.
Job description
Job responsibilities
A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.
Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
Working for the Trust
Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.
Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: yhs-tr.recruitment@nhs.net.
As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.
Armed Forces Friendly Employer
We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.
COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements
Our Trust continues to strongly encourage our staff to be vaccinated against COVID19, this remains our best defence to protect our patients, ourselves and everyone else.
Job description
Job responsibilities
A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.
Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
Working for the Trust
Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.
Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: yhs-tr.recruitment@nhs.net.
As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.
Armed Forces Friendly Employer
We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.
COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements
Our Trust continues to strongly encourage our staff to be vaccinated against COVID19, this remains our best defence to protect our patients, ourselves and everyone else.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- UK Registered Ophthalmic Practitioner (Nurse, Optometrist or Orthoptist)
- Post-graduate ophthalmology qualification or equivalent experience
Desirable
- Recognised teaching/mentoring qualification
- postgraduate certificate in medical retina
Experience
Essential
- Minimum 2 years' experience in ophthalmology at minimum band 6 level (or equivalent)
- Experience in delivering intravitreal injections
- Experience or ability to lead a team effectively
Desirable
- Ability to interpret OCT and fundus imaging
- Audit and standard setting
- Experience working in medical retina clinics
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- UK Registered Ophthalmic Practitioner (Nurse, Optometrist or Orthoptist)
- Post-graduate ophthalmology qualification or equivalent experience
Desirable
- Recognised teaching/mentoring qualification
- postgraduate certificate in medical retina
Experience
Essential
- Minimum 2 years' experience in ophthalmology at minimum band 6 level (or equivalent)
- Experience in delivering intravitreal injections
- Experience or ability to lead a team effectively
Desirable
- Ability to interpret OCT and fundus imaging
- Audit and standard setting
- Experience working in medical retina clinics
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).
Employer details
Employer name
York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Ophthalmology Dept, NHS Outpatients, York Community Stadium
Kathryn Avenue, Monks Cross Drive, Huntington
York
YO32 9AF
Employer's website
https://www.yorkhospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
