Bhsct Orthoptist Band 5

Belfast Health And Social Care Trust

Belfast City District

Sur place

GBP 27 000 - 38 000

Plein temps

14 jours+

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Résumé du poste

Belfast Health and Social Care Trust is seeking an Orthoptist to work within the Ophthalmology Department across RVH, Mater and Health & Wellbeing Centres. You will manage a caseload, deliver core orthoptic services and liaise with the Ophthalmology Service Manager.

The role requires a BSc(Hons) in Orthoptics with HCPC registration or eligibility and a valid UK driving licence. You will participate in audits, CPD and service improvements as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

BSc(Hons) in Orthoptics or Diploma in Body (DBO) eligible for HCPC registration.
HCPC registration or ability to register in a reasonable time.
Full UK driving licence and access to a car on appointment.

Responsabilités

Deliver a comprehensive range of core Orthoptic services to high standards.
Investigate, diagnose and formulate treatment plans for patients.
Undertake secondary vision screening and community services.
Maintain accurate records of investigations, treatments and outcomes.
Attend training to stay updated with techniques and equipment.

Connaissances

Orthoptics

Patient assessment

Driving licence

Formation

BSc(Hons) in Orthoptics

DBO

Description du poste

Advertised role location: ROYAL VICTORIA HOSPITAL Official document: Job Description updated 20.10.26 (pdf) JOB DESCRIPTION POST: Orthoptist LOCATION: Belfast Health and Social Care Trust sites include RVH, Mater & Health & Wellbeing Centres BAND: 5 REPORTS TO: Orthoptic Service Manager RESPONSIBLE TO: Ophthalmology Service Manager

Job Summary / Main Purpose

Professional Responsibilities

To work under the direction of the Lead Professional/Clinical Lead Orthoptist to deliver a comprehensive range of core Orthoptic services to the highest standards of quality and care in Belfast Health & Social Care Trust.
To be responsible for the investigation, diagnosis and formulation of a programme of treatment for all patients, adults and children referred to Orthoptic clinics from all recognised referral sources and to liaise with the Head of Service (or designated supervisor/ senior clinician) regarding problems / concerns that arise.
To undertake secondary vision screening and other services located in the community.
To review patients progress regularly, record and maintain a record of investigation and treatment plan accurately and legible.
To maintain an up to date knowledge of techniques and technology and to attend appropriate training events.
To be responsible for the care and maintenance of equipment.
To ensure confidentiality is maintained at all times.
To maintain good communications with patient’s relatives regarding the patient’s needs and welfare.
To ensure the principles of the Children (NI) Order 1995 are adhered to.
To ensure that Orthoptic care is delivered in keeping with agreed professional and trust standards.
To be involved in audits which all the effectiveness of Orthoptic practice to be evaluated.

General Management Responsibilities

To undertake administrative tasks as delegated by the orthoptic service manager and or clinical leads.
The post holder will act as an autonomous orthoptic practitioner in assessing, diagnosing and treating patients in particular secondary screening of children referred to the Community Paediatric Ophthalmology Service.
The post holder will hold and be responsible for their own patient caseload.

Main Duties / Responsibilities

For each of the following, the postholder will;

Communicate to convey complex diagnoses and treatment plans, break bad news and provide support, gain consent and understanding by combating barriers, gain the confidence and cooperation of adult patients, children and parents or to present and explain complex concepts, ideas and issues to service users who are unfamiliar with them.
Communicate information to patients and carers about their current visual status, forthcoming treatment plans and possible long-term effects.
Provide advice to GP’s, consultants, other healthcare professionals, educational support services, social services and independent optometrists locally and regionally.
Provide orthoptic secondary screening assessments of children in the Community Paediatric Ophthalmology Service and identifying those requiring further investigation and management. Screening input to the care and follow up of eye casualty patients as required.
Ensure that following assessment that patient is reviewed appropriately whether as outpatient or in the community service.
Be responsible for own caseload.
Inform line manager of any ongoing problems and attend relevant meetings.

Clinical/Professional Specific Responsibilities

Clinical

Be accountable for all aspects of own work within the remit of professional responsibilities.
Ensure that your own practice is in keeping with your professional body and meets the required, national and local professional standards for your specific profession.
Provide relevant advice and liaise with other professionals/services as required.
Participate and be responsible for maintaining own education and CPD.
Complete all mandatory training in line with Trust policies.

Patient/Client Involvement

Ensure compliments and complaints are managed in line with HSC Trust policy including the dissemination of shared learning.

Professional

Be responsible for maintaining own competency to practice through CPD activities, and maintaining a portfolio, which reflects personal and professional development.
Participate in the Trust’s KSF Review Process. To be responsible for complying with the agreed Personal Development Plan to meet set objectives and competencies.
Undertake evidence-based audit and research projects to develop improvements to service delivery and clinical practice.
Actively contribute to in-service training programmes by attendance at and participation in, in-service training programmes, tutorials, individual training sessions, external courses and peer review.

People Management and Development

Maintain staff relationships.

General Responsibilities

At all times provide a caring service and to treat those with whom they come into contact in a courteous and respectful manner.
The post holder will promote and support effective team working, fostering a culture of openness and transparency. The post holder will ensure that they take all concerns raised with them seriously and act in accordance with Belfast Trust’s Whistleblowing Policy and their professional code of conduct, where applicable.
Demonstrate their commitment by their regular attendance and the efficient completion of all tasks allocated to them.
Comply with the Trust’s Smoke Free Policy.
Carry out their duties and responsibilities in compliance with the Health and Safety Policies and Statutory Regulations.
Adhere to Equality and Good Relations duties throughout the course of their employment.
Ensure the ongoing confidence of the public in-service provision.
Maintain high standards of personal accountability.
Comply with the HPSS Code of Conduct.

Information Governance

All employees of Belfast Health & Social Care Trust are legally responsible for all records held, created or used as part of their business within the Belfast Health and Social Care Trust, including patient/client, corporate and administrative records whether paper based or electronic and also including e-mails. All such records are public records and are accessible to the general public, with limited exceptions, under the Freedom of Information Act 2000, the Environment Regulations 2004, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

Employees are required to be conversant and to comply with the Belfast Health and Social Care Trust policies on Information Governance including for example the ICT Security Policy, Data Protection Policy and Records Management Policy and to seek advice if in doubt.

For further information on how we use your personal data within HR, please refer to the Privacy Notice available on the HUB or Your HR.

Environmental Cleaning Strategy recognises the key principle that “Cleanliness matters is everyone’s responsibility, not just the cleaners” Whilst there are staff employed who are responsible for cleaning services, all Trust staff have a responsibility to ensure a clean, comfortable, safe environment for patients, clients, residents, visitors, staff and members of the general public.

Infection Prevention and Control. The Belfast Trust is committed to reducing Healthcare associated infections (HCAIs) and all staff have a part to play in making this happen. Staff must comply with all policies in relation to Infection Prevention and Control and with ongoing reduction strategies. Standard Infection Prevention and Control Precautions must be used at all times to ensure the safety of patients and staff.

Cleaning hands either with soap and water or a hand sanitiser at the appropriate times (WHO ‘5 moments’);
Using the correct ‘7 step’ hand hygiene technique;
Being ‘bare below the elbows’ when in a clinical environment;
Following Trust policies and the Regional Infection Control Manual (found on intranet);
Wearing the correct Personal Protective Equipment (PPE);
Ensuring correct handling and disposal of waste (including sharps) and laundry;
Ensuring compliance with High Impact Interventions.

Personal Public Involvement. Staff members are expected to involve patients, clients, carers and the wider community were relevant, in developing, planning and delivering our services in a meaningful and effective way, as part of the Trust’s ongoing commitment to Personal Public Involvement (PPI).

Please use the link below to access the PPI standards leaflet for further information. http://www.publichealth.hscni.net/sites/default/files/PPI_leaflet.pdf

Clause: This job description is not meant to be definitive and may be amended to meet the changing needs of the Belfast Health and Social Care Trust.

PERSONNEL SPECIFICATION

JOB TITLE / BAND: Orthoptist / Band 5 DEPT / DIRECTORATE: Ophthalmology Department / Cancer & Specialist Services

Notes to applicants

1. You must clearly demonstrate on your application form under each question, how you meet the required criteria as failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted. You should clearly demonstrate this for both the essential and desirable criteria.
2. Shortlisting will be carried out on the basis of the essential criteria set out below, using the information provided by you on your application form. Please note the Trust reserves the right to use any desirable criteria outlined below at shortlisting. You must clearly demonstrate on your application form how you meet the desirable criteria.
3. Proof of qualifications and/or professional registration will be required if an offer of employment is made – if you are unable to provide this, the offer may be withdrawn.

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA

The following are ESSENTIAL criteria which will initially be measured at shortlisting stage although may also be further explored during the interview/selection stage. You should therefore make it clear on your application form whether or not you meet these criteria. Failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted. The stage in the process when the criteria will be measured is stated below.

Factor Criteria Method of Assessment

Qualifications