Job summary
An opportunity has arisen for an experienced, enthusiastic optometrist with an interest in hospital optometry to provide clinical services within the ophthalmology directorate of this NHS foundation trust.
The post will be based within the Ophthalmology department at the Norfolk & Norwich University Hospital. The Ophthalmology Directorate is based at the Colney site; a £229 million PFI hospital facility which opened in 2001. The unit has 15 Ophthalmic Consultants covering all the main clinical sub-specialties.
Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital is located in the friendly, vibrant city of Norwich has excellent social and cultural facilities for all ages, with the Riverside development and large shopping malls. The surrounding countryside and Norfolk Broads are within easy reach, and is less than 2 hours by train to London.
The post is 37.5 hours per week however, other part time hours will be considered.
Interview Date: 11th December 2023
Main duties of the job
You will possess excellent clinical and communication skills, will be able to function effectively within a multidisciplinary team, and will be able to demonstrate initiative in delivering a high standard of patient care.
In addition to the 'core' hospital optometrist roles within specialist contact lens and low vision clinics, optometrists at this trust also work within a number of ophthalmic clinics in an 'extended role' capacity. Optometrists staffing these clinics work with the support of formal clinical protocols which can allow extended role optometrists to manage patients with a significant degree of autonomy. Current extended roles include glaucoma, medical retina, paediatric, eye casualty, cataract and research.
Previous experience of specialist contact lens and low vision practice would be an advantage. Previous experience of work in the extended roles referred to above and/or relevant post-graduate qualifications would be an advantage. Appropriate training and supervision will be provided in house. Funding is available for independent prescriber qualifications.
You will alsosupport the delivery of a high quality, safe and compassionate healthcare service, all staff are expected to act as a role model to others in all aspects of their work and consistently demonstrate NNUH's 'PRIDE' values of People focused, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence and demonstrate behaviours that support and encourage an inclusive culture.
About us
Join us at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital and be part of a workforce of over 10,000 staff!
The NNUH is one of the largest NHS trusts in the UK, providing first-class acute care for around one million people, living in Norfolk and surrounding areas. We are a teaching and research hospital, at the forefront of innovation, home to state-of-the-art facilities, such as the Quadram Institute. We are pleased to work closely with the University of East Anglia, providing teaching opportunities for our staff and placement opportunities for their students. We attract some of the best and leading professionals from across the country and are proud that our workforce represents 94 countries from across the world.
We are a friendly, collaborative hospital, working with local services and home to N&N Hospitals Charity
We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits/discounts and in addition:
- Flexible working hours
- Fast Track Staff Physiotherapy Service
- Multi Faith prayer room
- Discounted gym memberships
- Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement
- Wagestream - access up to 40% of your pay as you earn it
- Free Park & Ride service direct to NNUH site
- Free 24-hours confidential counselling support
- On-site Nursery
- On-site cafes offering staff discounts
- Support in career development
- Flexible staff bank
- Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars, Cycle to Work scheme and home electronics
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To initiate, evaluate and independently plan the management and discharge of individual patients, based on evidence
- To provide comprehensive assessments of patients with glaucoma and associated ocular co morbidity, including anterior and posterior segment examination, and to formulate and evaluate appropriate clinical management plans
- To ensure accurate documentation of all interactions with patients, fellow healthcare professionals and other agencies.
- To cultivate and sustain good communication channels with other clinical and non-clinical staff within the trust to ensure safe and effective collaborative working practices
- Maintain personal and professional development to meet the changing demands of the job, participate and initiate appropriate training activities and encourage and support staff development and training
- Demonstrate a commitment to evidence based practice and clinical excellence and play an active role in the introduction of this evidence to improve patient centred care
- To assist the Head of Department with designated aspects of administration and effective management of a restricted budget for the provision of contact lenses and low visual aids
Please see the attached job description for full details
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To initiate, evaluate and independently plan the management and discharge of individual patients, based on evidence
- To provide comprehensive assessments of patients with glaucoma and associated ocular co morbidity, including anterior and posterior segment examination, and to formulate and evaluate appropriate clinical management plans
- To ensure accurate documentation of all interactions with patients, fellow healthcare professionals and other agencies.
- To cultivate and sustain good communication channels with other clinical and non-clinical staff within the trust to ensure safe and effective collaborative working practices
- Maintain personal and professional development to meet the changing demands of the job, participate and initiate appropriate training activities and encourage and support staff development and training
- Demonstrate a commitment to evidence based practice and clinical excellence and play an active role in the introduction of this evidence to improve patient centred care
- To assist the Head of Department with designated aspects of administration and effective management of a restricted budget for the provision of contact lenses and low visual aids
Please see the attached job description for full details
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Ophthalmic Optics, Optometry or Visual Science
- GOC Registered Optometrist
Desirable
- Member of College of Optometrists
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience post qualification experience preferably within the HES
- Advanced theoretical and practical experience across a broad range of optometric skills
Skills
Essential
- Demonstrable leadership skills
- Effective communicator
Attitude, aptitude
Essential
- Effective role model, demonstrating NNUH's PRIDE values of People focussed, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence
- Demonstrates understanding and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Ophthalmic Optics, Optometry or Visual Science
- GOC Registered Optometrist
Desirable
- Member of College of Optometrists
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience post qualification experience preferably within the HES
- Advanced theoretical and practical experience across a broad range of optometric skills
Skills
Essential
- Demonstrable leadership skills
- Effective communicator
Attitude, aptitude
Essential
- Effective role model, demonstrating NNUH's PRIDE values of People focussed, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence
- Demonstrates understanding and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
