Orthoptist - With Extended Role in Harlow inHarlow PUBLISHED WED 2 OCT 2024 Jump to job information section

Band 7: Depending on experience Per Annum plus 5% HCAS PERMANENT

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust rPI3MHm9

Job description

To be responsible for the day to day orthoptic clinics and management of the Orthoptic services in the department and be able to do extended role within ophthalmology using Ophthalmic Practitioner Training (OPT) training programmes.

To take the clinics of orthoptic services across other service boundaries including Neuro-ophthalmology, Glaucoma, Paediatric and Eye Emergency clinics and other sub-specialities within ophthalmology.

To provide an Orthoptic service as an autonomous practitioner in assessing, diagnosing, planning management and supervising treatment of orthoptic patients at the Princess Alexandra hospital (PAH),

To work with strategic planning, development and delivery of a quality driven Orthoptic, Paediatric, and Neuro-ophthalmology service in line with the overall objectives and strategy of the department.

To provide high quality Orthoptic services as an autonomous practitioner and manage own clinical workload. Clinics include; Orthoptic led follow up clinics, Joint Orthoptic and neuro-ophthalmology, paediatric clinics Ophthalmologist/Optometrist clinics, eye casualty and visual fields.

To take part as extended roles within ophthalmology using Ophthalmic Practitioner Training (OPT) programme.

To assess, diagnose, treat and manage (including discharge when clinically appropriate) the patients referred to the Orthoptic service. These include Paediatric visual disorders (squint, amblyopia, and reduced visual responses), ocular motility disorders, neuro-ophthalmology and other ophthalmic conditions and congenital developmental abnormalities.

To support in managerial role with orthoptist or fellow colleague, junior orthoptist and optometrist including: management of sickness absence and reorganisation of workload according to clinical priority of patient needs, dealing with any issues or complaints that may arise, leading orthoptic staff meetings and representing the head orthoptist at meetings

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To work as an orthoptist in the UK, you typically need a combination of educational qualifications, professional skills, and personal attributes. Here are the key skills and qualifications required:

Educational Qualifications:

1. Degree in Orthoptics: You will need a BSc (Hons) degree in Orthoptics, which is recognized by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). Some universities also offer postgraduate programs in Orthoptics.

2. HCPC Registration: You must register with the Health and Care Professions Council to practice legally as an orthoptist in the UK.

Professional Skills:

1. Clinical Skills: Proficiency in conducting eye examinations, diagnosing eye conditions, and implementing treatment plans.

2. Technical Skills: Familiarity with various diagnostic tools and equipment used in eye care, as well as the ability to perform specialized tests.

3. Analytical Skills: Strong analytical capabilities to interpret clinical findings and patient data accurately.

4. Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to explain procedures to patients and collaborate with other healthcare professionals.

5. Interpersonal Skills: The ability to build rapport with patients, including children and those with special needs, to ensure effective treatment and cooperation.

6. Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to identify issues and develop appropriate care strategies.

Personal Attributes:

1. Empathy: A caring attitude towards patients, understanding their concerns and providing emotional support.

2. Attention to Detail: A keen eye for detail in both clinical assessments and documentation.

3. Organization: Strong organizational skills to manage patient records, schedules, and treatment plans effectively.

4. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals, such as ophthalmologists, optometrists, and nurses.

Continuous Professional Development:

1. Lifelong Learning: Commitment to continuous professional development to keep up with advancements in the field and maintain registration.

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The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust rPI3MHm9

Job description

About us Please see the attached Job description and person specification for full vacancy details, this is available to download at anytime.

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Benefits

About us
Please see the attached Job description and person specification for full vacancy details, this is available to download at anytime.