Orthoptist Specialist

Kings College Hospital; Sidcup; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an innovative Orthoptist to join a dynamic team at a leading NHS Foundation Trust. This role offers the opportunity to work with a diverse caseload, including core Orthoptic clinics and specialized areas such as Neuro-Ophthalmology and Glaucoma. The Trust emphasizes a collaborative environment, encouraging professional development and sustainability in healthcare. If you're passionate about making a difference in patient care and eager to contribute to a forward-thinking organization, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Degree in Orthoptics and HCPC Registration required.
• Teaching experience and evidence of CPD are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive examinations and treatment plans for patients.
• Take sole responsibility for orthoptic assessments and treatments.
• Engage in teaching and case discussions.

Skills

Orthoptic assessment

Diagnosis and treatment planning

Autonomous working

Teaching experience

CPD knowledge

Education

Degree in Orthoptics

HCPC Registration

Job description

Employer: King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Employer type: NHS

Site: Queen Mary's Hospital

Town: Sidcup

Salary: £34,521 - £50,697 per annum inclusive of HCAS

Salary period: Yearly

Closing: 10/01/2025 08:00

King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK’s largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of c£1.7 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and more than 15,000 staff based across 5 main sites in South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local hospital services across its different sites, and specialist services from King’s College Hospital (KCH) sites at Denmark Hill in Camberwell and at the Princess Royal University Hospital (PRUH) site in the London Borough of Bromley.

Job Overview

We are looking for an innovative, self-motivated and enthusiastic Orthoptist to join our friendly and dynamic team. Our department consists of 14 Orthoptists and 8 Optometrists and we work closely with a large extended team.

The caseload is extremely varied and will include core Orthoptic clinics, adult motility and paediatric Ophthalmology clinics. We also have extended roles within adult Neuro-Ophthalmology, Glaucoma, inpatient stroke service, and intra-vitreal injections for AMD.

Consideration will be given to new graduates who would be employed on a Band 5/6 run through and we have a full preceptorship programme in place.

Main Duties of the Job

• To take sole responsibility for the orthoptic assessment, diagnosis and treatment of all patients referred from the GP, other Health Care Professionals, vision screening, local optometrists, max fax, paediatricians, urgent care, neurology, stroke and rehabilitation services.

Working for Our Organisation

King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK’s largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of c£1 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and more than 15,000 staff based across South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King’s to another level.

We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.

King’s is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone’s contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust’s carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.

Detailed Job Description and Main Responsibilities

• To provide a comprehensive examination, diagnosis and treatment plan for adult and paediatric orthoptic and ophthalmology patients.
• To work autonomously.
• To actively be involved in journal clubs and case discussions.
• To actively be involved in all aspects of teaching including orthoptic undergraduates.

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

• Degree in Orthoptics.
• HCPC Registration.
• Teaching experience.

Knowledge and Experience

• Orthoptic experience: Adults and Paediatrics.
• Evidence of appropriate knowledge base and CPD.
• Running single-handed clinics.

IMPORTANT

• Check your email account regularly as this is how we will communicate with you.
• If you delete the job from any of your accounts, you may be prevented from accessing further communications.
• To enquire about your application or inform us of any changes in your circumstances, please contact the named person on this advert.
• Please provide email addresses for referees where possible.
• Please review the documentation on our recruitment microsite, particularly the Trust’s criminal records checking policy.
• All staff have a responsibility for safeguarding children and vulnerable adults and for ensuring they are aware of the specific duties relating to their role.
• Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. On occasion, we might close a vacancy early due to a high number of applications being received. You are advised to submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Annual Reports and Other Corporate Publications

King's College Hospital is part of King's Health Partners Academic Health Sciences Centre (AHSC), a pioneering collaboration between King's College London, and Guy's and St Thomas', King's College Hospital and South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trusts.

Employer Certification / Accreditation Badges

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This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.