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Prif leoliad
Optometry
Gradd
NHS AfC: Band 7
Contract
Cyfnod Penodol: 12 mis (maternity cover)
Oriau
Rhan-amser - 30 awr yr wythnos (Monday to Friday)
Cyfeirnod y swydd
223-SOP-283
Cyflogwr
The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust
Math o gyflogwr
NHS
Gwefan
The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital
Tref
Shrewsbury
Cyflog
£46,148 - £52,809 per annum/pro rata
Cyfnod cyflog
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Yn cau
02/06/2025 23:59

Teitl cyflogwr

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust logo

Specialist Optometrist

NHS AfC: Band 7

Trosolwg o'r swydd

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Specialist Optometrist to join the  Optometry team at The Shrewsbury & Telford Hospital NHS Trust.

This post is a 12 month fixed term post to cover maternity leave.  We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Optometrist who is keen to develop their clinical skills in core Optometry and progress their specialist clinical interest in areas such as Medical Retina, Glaucoma, Intravitreal injections & Laser. Hospital experience is desirable but not essential as full training will be given.

The successful applicant will have the opportunity to work in a range of core and specialist clinics, working alongside Consultant Ophthalmologists and other Specialist Optometrists & Orthoptists.

The job role will develop around the specific skills and interests of the successful candidate. There are opportunities to work in Paediatric, Cataract, Urgent Eye Care, Glaucoma, Medical Retina Clinics.

Prif ddyletswyddau'r swydd

The post holder is an autonomous practitioner who will provide a broad range of core and highly specialised services to support the Orthoptic and Ophthalmology departments. Procedures involve the use of specialist ophthalmic instrumentation to a high degree of accuracy. Analysis and 
interpretation of specialist test results will be necessary to prescribe the appropriate optical appliances and plan or revise individual programmes of patient care.

As a senior clinician, the post holder is expected to be capable of managing complex cases independently and to provide clinical advice and expert opinion to colleagues as necessary.  The post holder will be required to actively contribute to teaching, audit, clinical governance, and 
departmental administration.

Gweithio i'n sefydliad

As an organisation we strive to provide high quality, safe care for our patients in an environment which our staff are proud to work in. We believe that by adhering to our Vision (“To provide excellent care for the communities we serve”) and working with our Trust Values in mind (Partnering, Ambitious, Caring, Trusted) we can achieve the right results for the people that matter most – our patients and their families.

Swydd-ddisgrifiad a phrif gyfrifoldebau manwl

For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.

Manyleb y person

Qualifications

Meini prawf hanfodol
  • BSc (Hons) Optometry or equivalent or MSc Optometry
  • GOC registered as qualified Optometrist
Meini prawf dymunol
  • 2.1 or higher
  • Post graduate clinical qualification(s) or working towards further qualifications
  • Participation in local eye health shared care scheme such as MECS/OHT monitoring/pre & post cataract assessments

Skills & Knowledge

Meini prawf hanfodol
  • Excellent interpersonal & sensitive communication skills.
  • Flexible approach to working practices including problem solving skills.
  • Excellent clinical skills including competent use of highly complex equipment.
Meini prawf dymunol
  • Significant further training and clinical experience in specialist area.
  • Evidence of CPD/audit/research

Experience

Meini prawf hanfodol
  • Evidence of on-going continuous professional development in accordance with GOC requirements
  • Experience managing minor eye conditions
  • Experience in paediatric eye care
  • Confident using electronic health records
Meini prawf dymunol
  • Significant post registration with the GOC
  • Experience in a surgical setting or hospital work environment
  • Working in a multidisciplinary team

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Application numbers

In the event of a high response to this advertisement, this post will be closed. Early applications are advised.

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Enw
Kate Williams
Teitl y swydd
Head of Optometry
Cyfeiriad ebost
[email protected]
Rhif ffôn
0174326100
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Email contact preferred.

Kate Williams
Head of Optometry
[email protected]

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Cyfeiriad
The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust
Shrewsbury Business Park
1 Douglas Court
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY2 6LG
Rhif ffôn
01743 492402
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