Ophthalmic Practitioner

Role Summary

We are looking for a Nurse/Optometrist or Ophthalmologist Injector to provide ongoing professional and clinical leadership to the Ophthalmic team and deliver evidence based care as part of their role to the wider multidisciplinary team, for 6 months to cover sick leave.

The post holder is expected to carry out all relevant forms of care and procedures for which they are competent to practice without direct supervision.

To work with the Ophthalmic Clinical Nurse Specialist to provide knowledge and skills to the rest of the team and participate in associated management activities.

To work as a member of the ophthalmic team under the supervision of the Clinical Nurse Specialist to perform nurse led clinics within their competency.

The post holder will act as leader in the ophthalmic outpatient’s team and be professionally accountable for the standard of care in that department.

The post holder will be actively involved in the nurse led team providing intravitreal injections to patients.

To provide Ophthalmic advice, clinical education and Nursing development within the department, within a clinical Governance Framework.

About the Role

For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.

More detail about the role

We have an exciting opportunity for a band 6 Ophthalmic Injector to join our growing Nurse led injection service.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Ophthalmic Team is looking to recruit a Nurse, Optometrist or Ophthalmologist to join a team of highly enthusiastic and motivated professionals dedicated to providing the highest quality Ophthalmic care to the population of North Devon. Hours are negotiable but we have part and full time hours available due to expansion of the service into the community.

The successful candidate will be responsible for providing clinical expertise to the Ophthalmic Team, and associated teams within the hospital and community settings.

You will require good organisational and communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with integrated care partners, as a member of a team. Previous experience as an Ophthalmic Injector is essential.

You will be supported by the Northern Devon Ophthalmic Clinical Nurse Specialists and Consultant Team. You will need to be able to work in an autonomous way and facilitate effective communication between team members.

This is a progressive multidisciplinary team with opportunities to developing existing skills and to learn new ones.

Working hours per week. : to :, Monday to Friday, this can include evenings and weekends 

Interview Date: To be confirmed

For further information please contact: Mel Grout, Lead Nurse Ophthalmology on / is a fixed term contract for 6 months. For current NHS employees this post could be a secondment opportunity.

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

About Us

Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over , staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than , people, cover more than 2, square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people’s own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).

Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.

Our values are at the heart of everything we do, click here to find out more

It has never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as you will help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.

Benefits

Looking after you is important to us.

We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.

If you are starting out in the NHS, you’ll start with days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to days plus bank holidays.

You will benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.

This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we will help you get there.

Salary is not the only financial benefit

You will have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including:

National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts. Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter Car lease schemes. The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK). Cycle to work scheme

These are just a few of the benefits available – if the role is something you are interested in, we would love to hear from you.

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