Highly Specialist Orthoptist

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You can shape your story with us.Whether you’re looking to gain experience in a large, fast-paced hospital or get out into the community, we have a range of opportunities that allow you to build your entire career in one trust.For us, every day is different. We provide care to a diverse population of 2.5 million across east London – that’s 6,000 people every day, speaking over 60 different languages. Our patients are at the heart of everything we do, and we are committed to ensuring that people living in east London live healthy lives.Site: Whipps Cross Hospital, Town: London, Salary: £51,883 - £58,544 pro rata per annum, Salary period: Yearly, Closing: 01/06/2025 23:59Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country and a leading healthcare provider in Britain.The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus to improve all our services for patients continually.Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. We aim to deliver high standards of harm-free care, always caring for patients in the right place at the right time, and to be an outstanding place to work where our WeCare values guide our actions.Barts Health supports the Pregnancy Loss Pledge and commits to supporting staff through the distress of miscarriage.Job overview

We have an exciting vacancy for a permanent, part-time Orthoptist position (2 days per week) starting from May 2025.Your role will be varied and provide development and leadership opportunities, including core orthoptic clinics and extended roles in paediatrics ophthalmology, JIA clinics, and stroke services. You will also co-lead our community paediatric services, working closely with the team, paediatric ophthalmologist, and AHP colleagues. We seek an enthusiastic, highly motivated Orthoptist to join us.The post involves working within multidisciplinary teams providing comprehensive ophthalmology services at the Eye Treatment Centre, Whipps Cross University Hospital, with sessions in the community, special schools, and stroke services at Newham Hospital. The Eye Treatment Centre covers all ophthalmology specialties and offers a busy eye emergency service.Main duties of the job

To provide an autonomous orthoptic service, both preventative and curative, according to BIOS standards.To use advanced clinical expertise to assess, diagnose, and manage patients as part of a multidisciplinary team.To teach and educate healthcare professionals, including students, GPs, nurses, and junior doctors.To be the Lead Orthoptist for Community Orthoptic Services, overseeing organization and operational management.Working for our organisation

We are committed to being an outstanding place to work, promoting inclusion and a supportive environment where staff can thrive. Our vision is to be a high-performing, innovative NHS hospital group providing safe, harm-free, and compassionate care, and an excellent place to work guided by our WeCare values.Detailed job description and main responsibilities

We support flexible working arrangements and aim to provide the best experience for our staff. The full job description and person specification are available in the attached documents.Person specification

Experience

Experience working in a team, including multidisciplinary settingsProviding advice, training, and support to staff and studentsKnowledge of current best practices in OrthopticsUnderstanding of clinical governance and legal responsibilitiesPost-registration experience in specialist services such as paediatrics, neuro, community, or glaucomaMembership of relevant interest groupsExperience with Cerner Millennium or similar systemsAudit and research experienceSkills

Specialist clinical skills across orthopticsAbility to analyze complex medical information and develop care plansExcellent communication skills, both oral and writtenEmpathy and professionalism in patient interactionsKnowledge sharing and training abilitiesAutonomous working and initiativeOrganizational and prioritization skillsKnowledge

Commitment to professional developmentTeamwork and interpersonal skillsFlexibility and reliabilityCompassionate attitudeAttention to detail and accurate record-keepingUnderstanding of non-discriminatory practicesProfessional approach in challenging situationsEvidence of CPD in line with HPC requirementsQualifications

BSc (Orth), BMedSci (Orth), or Diploma in British OrthopticsRegistration with the Health Professions Council (HPC)Membership of the British and Irish Orthoptic Society (BIOS)Other

Ability to travel between sitesAbility to perform duties with necessary aids and adaptationsWe are dedicated to an inclusive, equitable working environment, supporting applications from diverse backgrounds, including those under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme. We reserve the right to close vacancies early if sufficient applications are received. All applications are processed via our recruitment systems, and successful candidates may require a Disclosure and Barring Service ..... full job details .....