Specialist Orthoptist
2 weeks ago
If you're looking for a job in a friendly department where we nurture your talents and strive to make you the best Orthoptist you can be, then look no further. An exciting opportunity has arisen for 2.0 WTE (37.5 hrs) Band 5/6 Orthoptist depending on experience.
You will be joining a team of 4 Orthoptists , 2 Orthoptic Assistants and 2 Admin Assistants to undertake general Orthoptic only and joint Consultant clinics.
Newly qualified Orthoptists are welcome to apply.
We actively participate in audit and teaching of undergraduate orthoptic and medical students. ULHT is also in the process of becoming a Teaching Hospital - an exciting opportunity for development.
If this sounds like the perfect job for you, then apply without delay. We look forward to meeting you. About us Our Trust is situated in the beautiful county of Lincolnshire and is one of the biggest acute hospital trusts in England, serving a population of more than 700,000 people. We provide acute and specialist services to people in Lincolnshire and neighbouring counties. We have an annual income of 643 million (20/21) and we employ nearly 8,500 people.
Our Board have recently agreed a new vision statement - Outstanding Care Personally Delivered - stating their ambition for our Trust to be among the best.
We also have a five year Integrated Improvement Plan setting out how we will achieve our strategic objectives, for patients, services, people and partners, the last recognising that our future success depends on our ability to ensure the Lincolnshire healthcare system is successful in achieving its ambition to help people live healthier lives and provide care closer to where people live.
Our latest CQC report increased our ratings for being effective and well-led from 'Requires Improvement' to 'Good'. Our rating for caring remained as 'Good'.
This is in recognition of the huge amount of work that our amazing staff have done to improve the quality of care for our patients in recent years.
We are committed to helping our staff balance their work and home lives and ensure they feel supported, valued and appreciated Job description Job responsibilities What should you do next?
Have a look at the job description and if you like what you see and have a degree in Orthoptics (or equivalent) and are registered with the HCPC then apply today. Dont miss this fantastic opportunity to work with a great team in a supportive environment within a great institution. Person Specification Qualifications Essential
- Registration with Health Care Professions Council obtained or pending exam results
- Clinical Tutors Qualification
- Experience as an orthoptist
- Evidence of CPD
- Glaucoma, VF, OCT experience
- Demonstrate flexible approach to care.
- Effective Communication
- Ability to work in a multi-skilled environment
- Computer literate
- Prioritise workload
- Reflective practice
- Awareness and Knowledge of the dignity in care agenda.
- Ability to evidence/demonstrate key values and behaviours in line with the Trust framework: Patient Centred Safety Compassion Respect Excellence
- Identifies training needs for own development and service development
- Reflective practice
- Teaching skills/presentation skills
- Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team
- Ability to seek advice when needed
- Contributes to journal club and audit etc
- Undertakes self directed study to expand own knowledge base
Sibsey Road
Boston
PE21 9QS Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply. 357-PR-111-24#J-18808-Ljbffr
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Specialist Orthoptist
2 weeks ago
Boston, United Kingdom United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust Full timeIf you're looking for a job in a friendly department where we nurture your talents and strive to make you the best Orthoptist you can be, then look no further. An exciting opportunity has arisen for 2.0 WTE (37.5 hrs) Band 5/6 Orthoptist depending on experience. You will be joining a team of 4 Orthoptists, 2 Orthoptic Assistants and 2 Admin Assistants to...
