Autonomous Orthoptist: Paediatric & Vision Care

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Packmoor; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Band 5 Orthoptist for maternity leave cover for 12 months. The role offers the chance to develop clinical skills in a supportive NHS environment, with eligibility for newly qualified or early career orthoptists.

You will assess, diagnose and manage patients with ocular motility disorders, work with ophthalmologists, optometrists and allied teams, and contribute to service development and audits within core orthoptic clinics and

Qualifications

• Degree in Orthoptics and HCPC registration.
• Post-graduate orthoptic experience within an NHS trust.

Responsibilities

• Independently assess, diagnose and manage patients within core orthoptic clinics.
• Deliver high quality care for paediatric and adult patients.
• Collaborate with ophthalmologists, optometrists and other teams.
• Maintain accurate patient records in line with professional standards.
• Contribute to service improvement and clinical audit.
• Opportunity to work independently within the community setting.

Skills

Autonomous practitioner

Clinical assessment

Ophthalmology knowledge

Team collaboration

Communication with patients

Education

Degree in Orthoptics

HCPC registration

Job description

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Band 5 Orthoptist for maternity leave cover for 12 months. The role offers the chance to develop clinical skills in a supportive NHS environment, with eligibility for newly qualified or early career orthoptists.

You will assess, diagnose and manage patients with ocular motility disorders, work with ophthalmologists, optometrists and allied teams, and contribute to service development and audits within core orthoptic clinics and