Crynodeb o'r swydd
- 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
- Yn flynyddol
- Yn cau
- 02/06/2025 23:59
Teitl cyflogwr

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
Gofynion ymgeisio
Rhaid i chi gael cofrestriad proffesiynol priodol yn y DU.
Mae'r swydd hon yn ddarostyngedig i Orchymyn Deddf Adsefydlu Troseddwyr 1974 (Eithriadau) 1975 (Diwygio) (Cymru a Lloegr) 2020 a bydd angen cyflwyno Datgeliad i'r Gwasanaeth Datgelu a Gwahardd.
Application numbers
Dogfennau i'w lawrlwytho
Rhagor o fanylion / cyswllt ar gyfer ymweliadau anffurfiol
- Enw
- Kate Williams
- Teitl y swydd
- Head of Optometry
- Cyfeiriad ebost
- [email protected]
- Rhif ffôn
- 0174326100
- Gwybodaeth i gefnogi eich cais
Email contact preferred.
Kate Williams
Head of Optometry
[email protected]
Os ydych yn cael problemau'n gwneud cais, cysylltwch â
- Cyfeiriad
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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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