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We have an exciting part time (0.65WTE) opportunity for an enthusiastic Advanced Optometrist to join our dynamic team at RDUH Foundation Trust based at the West of England Eye Unit.
The role will include a range of core, specialist and extended role Optometric sessions as well as advanced practice in pre-assessment cataract clinics in The Centre for Excellence in Eyes at the Nightingale hospital and Axminster Hospital.
For more detail about the main duties of this role, please see the job description section below. As a key member of the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, you will be joining an exceptional team working together to help our patients to stay healthy, when they need it most.
About usFor more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.
More detail about the role:
You will be working as part of a multidisciplinary team alongside Ophthalmologists and other health care professionals within the expanding optometry service based across our 3 sites.
The successful candidate will be GOC registered, flexible Travel between sites is essential. Previous hospital experience in optometry is not essential. Support and training will be offered if necessary.
Visits to the department are actively encouraged.
Working Pattern:
3 days; one set day at Axminster site, one based at WEEU and one flexible across sites. Days and hours are negotiable.
Interview Date:
To be confirmed - likely to be December 9th 2024.
For further information please contact:
Louise Frost, Head Optometrist on
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 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the
Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust
and
Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.
Benefits
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'll help you get there.
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're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.
You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.
Salary is not the only financial benefit
You'll 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'd love to hear from you.
We have an exciting part time (0.65WTE) opportunity for an enthusiastic Advanced Optometrist to join our dynamic team at RDUH Foundation Trust based at the West of England Eye Unit.
The role will include a range of core, specialist and extended role Optometric sessions as well as advanced practice in pre-assessment cataract clinics in The Centre for Excellence in Eyes at the Nightingale hospital and Axminster Hospital.
For more detail about the main duties of this role, please see the job description section below. As a key member of the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, you will be joining an exceptional team working together to help our patients to stay healthy, when they need it most.
About us
For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.
More detail about the role:
You will be working as part of a multidisciplinary team alongside Ophthalmologists and other health care professionals within the expanding optometry service based across our 3 sites.
The successful candidate will be GOC registered, flexible Travel between sites is essential. Previous hospital experience in optometry is not essential. Support and training will be offered if necessary.
Visits to the department are actively encouraged.
Working Pattern:
3 days; one set day at Axminster site, one based at WEEU and one flexible across sites. Days and hours are negotiable.
Interview Date:
To be confirmed - likely to be December 9th 2024.
For further information please contact:
Louise Frost, Head Optometrist on
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 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the
Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust
and
Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.
Benefits
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'll help you get there.
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're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.
You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.
Salary is not the only financial benefit
You'll 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'd love to hear from you.
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