Band 6 Orthoptist Position

2 weeks ago


Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom University Hospitals Bristol NHS Foundation Trust Full time
Job Title: Band 6 Orthoptist

Grade: Band 6

Contract: Permanent and Fixed Term for 12 months

Hours: Full time, Flexible working, 37

Site: Bristol Eye Hospital

Salary: £37,338 - £44,962 per annum pro rata (depending on experience)

We are seeking an experienced Orthoptist to join our team at the Eye Hospital and Weston General Hospital. The successful candidate will be responsible for undertaking the investigation, diagnosis and management of patients referred to the Orthoptic Department.

The ideal candidate will have relevant Orthoptic experience in acute and community settings, with a strong background in the diagnosis and management of adults and children of all ages. They will also have competence in the use of visual field analysers and be able to interpret results.

We are committed to providing a healthy work-life balance and flexible working arrangements. The post holder will be based at the Eye Hospital but will also travel to community sites and assessment centres in and around Bristol and to Weston General Hospital.

The workload at the Eye Hospital will include specialist paediatric and paediatric neuro ophthalmology clinics, motility and adnexal clinics, adult neuro ophthalmology, stroke and brain injury assessments and on-site adjustable suture assessments.

We have two positions available: one permanent and one fixed term for 1 year with the possibility of permanent hours following this.

Qualifications and Training:

  • Relevant Orthoptic experience in acute and community setting.
  • To have had responsibility for diagnosis and management of adults and children of all ages.
  • Competence in the use of a variety of visual field analysers and to interpret the results.
  • To have been involved in the clinical training of Orthoptic undergraduates and other medical, optometry and nursing staff or students.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and aim to create a workplace that is welcoming and inclusive for all.

We hope that you will consider joining our team and becoming part of our exciting journey.



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