Orthoptist

An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic Orthoptist to join our team of 8 Orthoptists based at Singleton Hospital. This is a Band 5, full time (37.5 hours weekly) permanent post which has arisen due to the current post holder being promoted. As a forward thinking team of 8 Orthoptists we have taken opportunities to develop the skills of our workforce and extend clinical practice. Many of our team have gained recognition in their field of expertise including botulinum toxin clinics and medical retina.

You will be based at the Orthoptic Department, Singleton Hospital, Swansea as part of the directorate of Women's Health and Ophthalmology working closely with 13 Consultant Ophthalmologists in the Ophthalmology team. You may be required to work at other Orthoptic units within the Health Board currently at Neath Port Talbot Hospital, Baglan, so the ability to travel between sites in a timely manner would be an advantage.

Duties will include a wide range of Orthoptic clinics including specialist paediatric and adult ocular motility clinics. You must be able to work as part of a team and show enthusiasm. Flexibility to adapt to different situations and work under pressure is essential.

Professional development is encouraged including participation in Orthoptic, Ophthalmology and multi-disciplinary audit. The team holds regular training events to ensure staff have opportunities to develop skills and network with colleagues.

The Orthoptic service is accredited for undergraduate Orthoptic students and participation in teaching students and other personnel is requested.

Applicants must hold a degree or diploma (or equivalent) in Orthoptics and state registration with the HCPC.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

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We believe staff are our best asset and we want you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.

As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.

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If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery, with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.

The post requires an autonomous practitioner who will be involved in the diagnosis and management of conditions affecting binocular vision, functional vision, and ocular motility.

You will take responsibility for the orthoptic assessment, diagnosis and treatment of patients referred directly to the orthoptic department from outside agencies and various departments within the organisation.

The caseload will include patients of all ages, including children with significant sight defects and adults with double vision or visual field loss.

You will formulate individual treatment programmes, discharge plans and onward referrals, using clinical reasoning, evidence based practice and a wide range of treatment options.

You will be expected to actively participate in audit and clinical governance, keep up to date with professional developments and techniques and maintain an up to date portfolio of evidence.