Specialist Orthoptist

To provide a high quality Orthoptic service for all patients referred to the hospital service in Stockport and High Peak and work autonomously in the diagnosis and management of complex adult and paediatric cases. To be responsible for ensuring the provision of compassionate, safe and high quality patient care. To work autonomously in the community clinics and schools in Stockport and North Derbyshire. This involves work without supervision in providing a diagnosis, management and treatment of patients referred in both Trusts.

To undertake a specialist role within the department Top show leadership skills in line with a Band 6 post To take direct referrals, prioritise and judge requirements for onward referral. May be first point of contact for patients and is totally responsible for patient management. To determine the clinical diagnosis and develop effective treatment plans