Dynamic Paediatric Orthoptist, Specialist Eye Care

Chelsea And Westminster Hospital Nhs Foundation Trust; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust in London is seeking an Orthoptist to join the Ophthalmology service on a fixed-term basis. The post requires using advanced clinical reasoning to assess and treat adults and children as part of a multidisciplinary team.

You will perform automated visual field testing and assist the head orthoptist with department administration. The role offers Band 6 salary £39,959 to £48,117 per year plus HCAS and full-time hours.

Qualifications

• HCPC Registration and professional registration is essential.
• Evidence of continued professional development and post-graduate experience.
• Experience in undertaking clinical audits and supervising students is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Carry out orthoptic assessments and treatments for adults and children.
• Work as an autonomous practitioner within a multi-disciplinary team.
• Assist head orthoptist with department administration and automated visual field testing.

Skills

HCPC Registration

Excellent communication

Education

Degree in Orthoptics

Job description

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust in London is seeking an Orthoptist to join the Ophthalmology service on a fixed-term basis. The post requires using advanced clinical reasoning to assess and treat adults and children as part of a multidisciplinary team.

You will perform automated visual field testing and assist the head orthoptist with department administration. The role offers Band 6 salary £39,959 to £48,117 per year plus HCAS and full-time hours.