Ophthalmic Practitioner (Bank)

Circle Health Group; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a clinical professional to coordinate outpatient ophthalmic services. This role involves leading a team, delivering compassionate patient care, and supporting innovative strategies in nursing practice. Candidates should have a degree-level qualification and relevant clinical development evidence. The position offers a competitive hourly rate and training will be provided.

Qualifications

• Evidence of relevant clinical professional development preferably by certification RN with valid NMC Registration.
• No qualifications needed, training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Co-ordinate outpatient ophthalmic services and support seamless patient pathway.
• Support the team to deliver effective patient care.
• Act as an advocate for safeguarding patients.

Skills

Proficient in the use of a PC

Compassionate care

Effective communication

Education

Degree level study or equivalent

Maths and English GCSE (grades A-C)

Job description

Applicants should meet the following criteria :

• Evidence of degree level study or equivalent.
• Evidence of relevant clinical professional development preferably evidenced by certification RN with valid NMC Registration.
• Maths, English GCSE at grades A to C or equivalent functional skills level 2 evidence.
• Proficient in the use of a PC, including the use of software and systems.
• No qualifications needed, training will be provided.

Duties of this role include :

• Co-ordinate the outpatient ophthalmic services and support a seamless patient pathway, providing support, and act as a resource to staff of all levels, and develop nursing practice in the delivery of care to ophthalmic patients, through innovative strategies. To work as part of a team, to promote, deliver and maintain high standards of nursing, meeting the needs of Team members, Patients and Consultants.
• Support the team to deliver care that helps improve the health of the individual and wider community.
• Support the team in demonstrating compassion through effective relationships based on empathy, respect and dignity.
• Develop own competence to deliver effective care and treatments through improving clinical / technical knowledge / skill, and expertise.
• Communicate appropriately with others involved in the care of the patient.
• Act as an advocate for safeguarding patients, demonstrate courage to speak up when there are concerns about care.
• Demonstrate commitment to improving care and the patient experience.
• To promote and safeguard the well-being and interests of patients, relatives and visitors.
• To lead a team of staff including Consultants, Registered Nurses, HCAs & Administration workforce.
• Delivery of individualised patient care.
• Responsible for care planning.

Salary & Benefits

Circle Health Group Healthcare offers a competitive hourly rate.