Orthoptist Specialist

3 weeks ago

Newport, Newport, United Kingdom Isle of Wight NHS Trust Full time
About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Orthoptist to join our team at the Isle of Wight NHS Trust. As an Orthoptist, you will play a vital role in ensuring our patients receive quality and compassionate care. You will work closely with our team to provide specialist training and education to orthoptic undergraduate students, pre-reg optometrists, healthcare assistants, and nurses.

We are committed to endorsing inclusion, diversity, and multiculturalism throughout our services. Our procedures and policies ensure that applicants are treated fairly throughout the recruitment process.

About Us

The Isle of Wight NHS Trust is an integrated acute and ambulance healthcare provider. We serve a population of approximately 150,000 residents, offering variable and personalized services with a flexible approach to our service users.

Working for our Trust brings various benefits, including an onsite day nursery, cycle-to-work scheme, discounts at local businesses and gyms, and the opportunity to hire our beach hut in Ryde. We offer flexible working opportunities, and we will do our best to accommodate a flexible working arrangement for you if it works for the service.

Key Responsibilities

Gain the confidence of children, families, and adults

Essential Qualifications

Diploma or undergraduate degree in orthoptics
Evidence of continuing professional development
Experience testing and analyzing visual fields
HCPC registration

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