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Orthoptist Specialist
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We are seeking an experienced Orthoptist Specialist to join our team at the NHS. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing high-quality orthoptic services to patients of all ages, including children and adults with complex eye conditions.
Main Responsibilities:- Conduct comprehensive eye assessments and develop individualized treatment plans for patients with binocular vision, functional vision, and ocular motility disorders.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including Consultant Ophthalmologists, to provide coordinated care for patients with complex eye conditions.
- Develop and implement specialist programmes of care for patients with complex ocular disorders, including those requiring intravitreal injections.
- Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed to ensure optimal visual function and cosmetic results.
- Participate in audit and clinical governance activities, including leading on school vision screening programmes.
- Degree in Orthoptics or equivalent qualification.
- HCPC registration and highly specialized knowledge and skills in orthoptics.
- Experience of working at Band 5 or equivalent and evidence of continuing professional development.
- Ability to work autonomously and as part of a multi-professional team.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to teach and mentor other healthcare professionals.
- Teaching qualification and experience of teaching orthoptic undergraduate students.
- IT qualification and experience of using specialist software and equipment.
- Experience of working in a hospital setting and knowledge of NHS policies and procedures.
The successful candidate will be required to work autonomously and as part of a multi-professional team, with a focus on providing high-quality patient care. The post will involve working in a fast-paced environment, with a high level of patient contact and a requirement to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively.
The NHS is committed to protecting its staff, patients, assets, and reputation through an effective risk management process. The postholder will be required to comply with the NHS Risk Management Policy, Health and Safety Policy, and other associated policies, and to actively participate in this process, having responsibility for managing risks and reporting exceptions.
