Optometrist Specialist

Job Summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 7 Optometrist at the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. The post holder will provide a range of core and specialist Optometric services and extended roles, supporting the Ophthalmology clinics at North Devon District Hospital, Bideford Hospital, and South Molton Eye Clinic.

Main Duties

• Provide clinical care autonomously and in association with Ophthalmologists, Orthoptists, Ophthalmic Nurses, and other professional and non-professional eye clinic staff.
• Make clinical decision management decisions for patients requiring an advanced Optometrist's knowledge and experience.
• Take on extended roles within the Ophthalmology department, for example, within medical retinal/macula, glaucoma, corneal, paediatric, and cataract clinics.
• Participate and contribute to training and teaching or other professionals, non-professional eye clinic staff, and students.
• Lead a specialist area of core Optometry.
• Adapt communication style appropriately to effectively communicate with all professional and non-professional staff both within and outside of the Trust, patients, students, and carers to promote the best patient care and service delivery and development.
• Be responsible for managing own clinical workload in an adaptable manner and planning the service for sub-specialist area of leadership.
• Contribute to the development of department policies, protocols, clinical guidelines, and patient information.

About the Role

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a leading healthcare provider in the region, with a workforce of over 15,000 staff and a commitment to delivering high-quality patient care. As a key member of the team, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment, contributing to the development of department policies and protocols.

Benefits

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust offers a comprehensive benefits package, including access to our own occupational health services, flexible working schemes, and family-friendly policies. You will also have access to a range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness, and leisure options, as well as salary sacrifice options and the NHS Pension scheme.

Person Specification

General Requirements

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