Orthoptist

Job summary

JobTitle and Grade: Band 6 Orthoptist

Location/Trust: StAlbans Children Centre

PayRates: Days: £

HertfordshireCommunity NHS Trust (HCT) is an integral part of the health and care system inHertfordshire, West Essex and parts of East of England. We are one of theprincipal providers of community-based healthcare services to more than million people living in Hertfordshire and beyond. Some of our services alsoextend into the neighbouring areas of Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes.

TheRole: Please note this vacancy may close early, if a suitable candidate applies.

Towork as an independent practitioner and as part of a highly motivated team todeliver all levels of Orthoptic investigation and assessment and to be able touse highly specialist skills to diagnose and treat all conditions as necessary.

Tobe responsible for Orthoptic assessments and treatments for the full range ofOrthoptic referrals for both children and adults and to maintain accurateclinical records in adhere with HCTs Record Keeping Policy.

Main duties of the job

Skills/Responsibilities:

HCPC Registered Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of research relating to all aspects of Orthoptic, Ophthalmic and Optometric care Be responsible for Orthoptic assessments and treatments for the full range of Orthoptic referrals for both children and adult Be able to use highly specialist skills to diagnose and treat all conditions as necessary Maintain accurate clinical records To ensure accurate diagnosis and treatment plans for patients of all age groups and mental and physical abilities

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Job description

Job responsibilities

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Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

HCPC Registered Degree in Orthoptics

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