Orthoptist

Birmingham Women's and Children's Hospital and Charity; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 25,500 - 31,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Continuing Professional Development support

Job summary

Birmingham Women's and Children's Hospital and Charity is offering a full-time Band 5 Orthoptist position in Birmingham. This unique role focuses on a diverse cohort of patients with complex conditions.

As an Orthoptist, you'll play a critical part in providing diagnostic support and training healthcare professionals. The position encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds, aligning with our commitment to inclusion and equality.

Qualifications

• Newly qualified or awaiting final qualification orthoptists are welcome.
• Relevant experience in orthoptics is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Provide diagnostic support including IOP pressure measurement.
• Work in orthoptic, refraction, and medic clinics.
• Take part in orthoptic lead medical clinics.
• Participate in training of pre-registration optometrists and medical students.

Skills

Experience in diagnostic support

Orthoptics knowledge

Training abilities

Education

Relevant qualification in Orthoptics

Job description

Job Overview

One full-time Band 5 Orthoptist position is available. The patient cohort includes a range of complex conditions such as retinoblastoma, paediatric cataract, uveitis, glaucoma, neuroophthalmology, ciliopathy, rare diabetes, retinal and craniofacial disorders, contact lens, and inherited metabolic diseases.

Responsibilities

• Provide diagnostic support including IOP pressure measurement, fundus and digital photography, and contact lens insertion and removal management.
• Work in orthoptic, refraction, and medic clinics.
• Take part in orthoptic lead medical clinics.
• Participate in the training of pre-registration optometrists, medical students and other health professionals.

Qualifications

• Newly qualified, or awaiting final qualification orthoptists are welcome to apply.
• Relevant experience in orthoptics is an advantage.

Professional Development

Continuing Professional Development is actively promoted and time is provided for administrative duties.

Equal Opportunity

We believe in promoting and enhancing inclusion, diversity and equality and encourage applications from all areas of the community, regardless of age, gender identity, disability, race, religion or sexual orientation.