Ophthalmology Department Lead

3 weeks ago


Harrogate, United Kingdom Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust Full time

The role will include working as an autonomous Advanced Ophthalmology Practitioner (AOP) undertaking holistic assessment, examination and diagnosis in order to implement management and treatment plans for Ophthalmic patients. They will undertake up to 2 days of clinical work per week.

The post holder will work with the Clinical Lead, Service Manager, and Optical Services Manager within the Ophthalmology Service to support the delivery of all services and patient care for the specialty.

They will be responsible for leading, managing and developing a multidisciplinary team within the Ophthalmology Department. They will contribute to the strategic, clinical and operational management of the service in collaboration with other members of the team to ensure that Trust and Department objectives are met.

The post holder will work with the Clinical Lead, Service Manager, and Optical Services Manager to ensure there are effective and efficient structures in place to deliver high quality patient care whilst maintaining key financial, operational and governance targets.

The post holder will lead the clinical function of the services ensuring the development and maintenance of high standards of clinical care and patient experience.

They will work autonomously in delivering independent assessment, clinical examination, diagnosis, clinical decision making and planning of care and treatment, diagnosis, health promotion and safe discharge of patients.

They will act as a mentor/instigator of change in supporting junior colleagues, while developing and performance managing all relevant clinical staff to enable delivery of the Trust’s Clinical Strategy. They will be responsible for improving patient experience.

The post holder will support accurate service planning and performance monitoring and work with stakeholders to exploit opportunities for service improvement / redesign.

At Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust we provide outstanding care to both our patients and our staff. We support staff through benefits, health and wellbeing initiatives and opportunities for personal and professional development.

An inclusive and supportive culture our Trust encourages staff to bring their whole selves to work and active Staff Networks identify areas for improvement.

Staff Recognition - as well as regular appraisals, we recognise staff with our Making a Difference, Team of the Month Awards & Colleague Recognition Awards

Employee Support and wellbeing - we have a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, counselling service and fast track physiotherapy service for employees.

Staff Benefits - We have a range of staff benefits and schemes to support staff health, engagement, wellbeing and inclusion.

For a full list of duties and responsibilities for this role, please see the job description and person specification attached.



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