Job summary
We are seeking a highly motivated, compassionate, and innovative Registered Nurse, ODP or Technician as we have an exciting opportunity within Moorfields Private Refractive Laser Suite for a Band 6 Deputy Clinical Lead. You will be joining the organisation at a very exciting time as we progress on innovating clinical care pathways and plan for our new hospital, Oriel.
Main duties of the job
As a key member of the leadership team, you will be working closely with and deputising for the Clinical Lead, providing support and guidance to the wider clinical team. You will actively contribute to the delivery of our continuous learning and improvement journey. You will be a highly visible role model for the team providing inclusive leadership and it is essential that you have established yourself as a confident and competent clinician within an acute setting, with experience within this speciality. You will need to have confidence and experience in leading a team, or be prepared to develop your experience, and have demonstrable professional achievements.
You will work collaboratively to maintain and strengthen quality and safety within the unit through robust procedural guidelines, collaborative risk, incident, and complaints management.
About us
At Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Trust, we provide more than just an excellent career and great colleagues to work with. We also offer:
- Salary inc High-Cost Area Supplement
- Opportunity to join the NHS Pension Scheme
- Free 24/7 independent counselling service
- Learning and development opportunities
- Easy and quick transport links
- A range of attractive benefits and discounts
- Access to Blue Light Card and other NHS Discount Schemes
- Free Pilates classes
- Full support and training to develop your skills
- Flexible working friendly organisation
And so much more! To see the full range of benefits we offer please see our Moorfields benefits document.
Job description
Job responsibilities
In partnership with members of the multidisciplinary team the post holder will:
- Develop individual competence and knowledge through experience and training which will enable autonomous practice and support the provision and evaluation of seamless specialist care within Moorfields, ensuring patients receive the highest standard of clinical care
- Through work based learning and development, develop specialist knowledge and skills, demonstrated through the provision of advice, education and support to staff, patients their families and carers
- Contribute to the ongoing development of clinical practice, standards of care within the service including the development of policies, procedures, protocols and guidelines, and will contribute to service developments in collaboration with multidisciplinary colleagues
- Be accountable for their safe, effective clinical practice and working as part of a defined team, supporting team performance
- Provide a range of educational and training packages for the multi-disciplinary team and patients.
Job description
Job responsibilities
In partnership with members of the multidisciplinary team the post holder will:
- Develop individual competence and knowledge through experience and training which will enable autonomous practice and support the provision and evaluation of seamless specialist care within Moorfields, ensuring patients receive the highest standard of clinical care
- Through work based learning and development, develop specialist knowledge and skills, demonstrated through the provision of advice, education and support to staff, patients their families and carers
- Contribute to the ongoing development of clinical practice, standards of care within the service including the development of policies, procedures, protocols and guidelines, and will contribute to service developments in collaboration with multidisciplinary colleagues
- Be accountable for their safe, effective clinical practice and working as part of a defined team, supporting team performance
- Provide a range of educational and training packages for the multi-disciplinary team and patients.
Person Specification
Essential Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in a health-related subject or equivalent
- PG Cert: Clinical Ophthalmic Practice or equivalent
- Registered Nurse, ODP or Technician
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Substantial experience working in an Ophthalmic setting
Desirable
- Willingness to undertake further training to support the post
Knowledge
Essential
- Current knowledge of clinical speciality
- Insight into current professional issues
Desirable
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Evidence of teaching/coaching skills
Desirable
Person Specification
Essential Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in a health-related subject or equivalent
- PG Cert: Clinical Ophthalmic Practice or equivalent
- Registered Nurse, ODP or Technician
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Substantial experience working in an Ophthalmic setting
Desirable
- Willingness to undertake further training to support the post
Knowledge
Essential
- Current knowledge of clinical speciality
- Insight into current professional issues
Desirable
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Evidence of teaching/coaching skills
Desirable
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).
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).
