Dynamic Orthoptist - Part-Time Maternity Cover (NHS)

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board; Wolsingham; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Specialist Orthoptist for a part-time temporary maternity cover. The post involves diagnosing and managing ocular motility disorders, educating staff and students, and working across multiple sites within the Trust.

A commitment to CPD and teaching is essential. The role includes accurate assessments, treatment planning, timely review, and liaising with G.P.s, ophthalmology staff and external agencies as required.

Qualifications

• Diploma/degree in Orthoptics or equivalent qualification.
• Experience across all aspects of clinical Orthoptics, with specialist knowledge in paediatrics, neurology or community services.
• Experience with Goldmann visual field testing and teaching/mentoring.

Responsibilities

• Manage own Orthoptic caseload with new and follow-up assessments.
• Discharge patients and arrange onward referrals within the Trust and external agencies when needed.
• Educate and train other healthcare professionals and students; participate in CPD.

Skills

Orthoptics degree

Clinical Orthoptics

Paediatrics

Neurology

Goldmann visual field testing

Teaching/education

Education

Diploma/degree in Orthoptics

Tools

Goldmann perimeter

Job description

County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Specialist Orthoptist for a part-time temporary maternity cover. The post involves diagnosing and managing ocular motility disorders, educating staff and students, and working across multiple sites within the Trust.

A commitment to CPD and teaching is essential. The role includes accurate assessments, treatment planning, timely review, and liaising with G.P.s, ophthalmology staff and external agencies as required.