Ophthalmic Practitioner

Job description

Job responsibilities

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More detail about the role

We have an exciting opportunity for a band 6 Ophthalmic Injector to join our growing Nurse led injection service.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Ophthalmic Team is looking to recruit a Nurse, Optometrist or Ophthalmologist to join a team of highly enthusiastic and motivated professionals dedicated to providing the highest quality Ophthalmic care to the population of North Devon. Hours are negotiable but we have part and full time hours available due to expansion of the service into the community.

The successful candidate will be responsible for providing clinical expertise to the Ophthalmic Team, and associated teams within the hospital and community settings.

You will require good organisational and communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with integrated care partners, as a member of a team. Previous experience as an Ophthalmic Injector is essential.

You will be supported by the Northern Devon Ophthalmic Clinical Nurse Specialists and Consultant Team. You will need to be able to work in an autonomous way and facilitate effective communication between team members.

This is a progressive multidisciplinary team with opportunities to developing existing skills and to learn new ones.

Working Pattern: 37.5 hours per week. 08:00 to 17:45, Monday to Friday, this can include evenings and weekends

Interview Date: To be confirmed

For further information please contact: Mel Grout, Lead Nurse Ophthalmology on 01271 322787 / melanie.grout@nhs.net

This is a fixed term contract for 6 months. For current NHS employees this post could be a secondment opportunity.

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.

Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

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Desirable

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Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

North Devon District Hospital

Raleigh Park

Barnstaple

Devon

EX31 4JB

Employer's website

https://royaldevon.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)