Job summary
We are recruiting a Co-Lead Optometrist to work on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays as a substantive position. This role is intended for one individual only (NOT a job share) and involves fixed hours on these three days.
The successful candidate will manage patients with glaucoma, cataracts, and corneal issues. Candidates must possess a higher qualification in glaucoma, be qualified as an independent prescriber, and have experience in fitting medical and specialist contact lenses. The contact lens service addresses various conditions, including corneal ectasias, post-graft scenarios, post-infection cases, and cosmetic and therapeutic needs. The types of lenses fitted will include, but are not limited to, specialist soft lenses, RGP (rigid gas permeable) lenses, mini-scleral lenses, hybrid lenses, and cosmetic lenses. Candidates must have experience with most, if not all, of these lens types and the conditions mentioned.
If you are an individual seeking a new challenge and are motivated to develop a new service while advancing your career, then this opportunity is for you. You will be part of our forward-thinking, innovative, multi-award-winning team.
Please refer to the job description for the essential requirements for the position.
Main duties of the job
- The post holder will be working as a lead Optometrist while leading and developing ophthalmic practice within the trust. The aim of the role is to deliver a comprehensive Ophthalmic Led Service and managing the optometrist department.
- To work closely with the line manager in order to deliver a comprehensive range of optometric services to the highest standards of quality and care.
- Grow and develop the optometry department, by recruiting optometrists and placing them in speciality clinics.
- To find a need for more optometrist led services and recruiting appropriately to fill the gaps. Using the provision of optometrist led services to reduce the dependency on bank staff.
- Undertake responsibility for undertaking patient assessment & management in extended role clinics across a range of sub-specialities within ophthalmology.
- Participation in the delivery of complex specialist optometric services and a comprehensive range of core optometric services that meet the changing needs of the Directorate and other outside agencies.
About us
At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care.
Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.
Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.
We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk tous at interview.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.
For both overviewsplease view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.
For both overviewsplease view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications
Essential
- Post Graduate Qualification in Contact lens and glaucoma training
- Higher certificate in Glaucoma
- Upper Degree or Master's Degree in a health related subject or equivalent experience
- Independent Prescriber Course
- GOC registered optometrist
Desirable
- Additional post graduate qualification.
- Leadership qualification.
- Teaching and Assessing qualification or equivalent teaching experience.
Experience
Essential
- Experience in working in contact lens, fitting
- Extensive experience within speciality
- Ability to work in advanced practice role
- Track record of practice development and innovation in ophthalmic practice
- Experience in successful change management
Desirable
- Portfolio of career long learning
- Understanding and involvement in research relevant to speciality
Skills/Knowledge/ Abilities
Essential
- Ophthalmic examination skills required including as gonioscopy.
- Sound knowledge of the role of the Optometry in an acute hospital.
- Knowledge of the role of optometry in each of the areas listed below.
- Advanced ophthalmic skills including the ability to make a full ophthalmic assessment of Glaucoma/ uveitis/cornea and Cataract Patients.
- Expertise Knowledge, interpretation and practical skills of ophthalmic investigations and procedures relevant to the area of practic
Desirable
- Able to perform/ be trained to do SLT/PI/YAG lase.
- Demonstrate commitment through involvement in Trust wide initiatives/ committees
- Competent in medication administration including IV drugs.
- Competent in venepuncture and cannulation.
Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications
Essential
- Post Graduate Qualification in Contact lens and glaucoma training
- Higher certificate in Glaucoma
- Upper Degree or Master's Degree in a health related subject or equivalent experience
- Independent Prescriber Course
- GOC registered optometrist
Desirable
- Additional post graduate qualification.
- Leadership qualification.
- Teaching and Assessing qualification or equivalent teaching experience.
Experience
Essential
- Experience in working in contact lens, fitting
- Extensive experience within speciality
- Ability to work in advanced practice role
- Track record of practice development and innovation in ophthalmic practice
- Experience in successful change management
Desirable
- Portfolio of career long learning
- Understanding and involvement in research relevant to speciality
Skills/Knowledge/ Abilities
Essential
- Ophthalmic examination skills required including as gonioscopy.
- Sound knowledge of the role of the Optometry in an acute hospital.
- Knowledge of the role of optometry in each of the areas listed below.
- Advanced ophthalmic skills including the ability to make a full ophthalmic assessment of Glaucoma/ uveitis/cornea and Cataract Patients.
- Expertise Knowledge, interpretation and practical skills of ophthalmic investigations and procedures relevant to the area of practic
Desirable
- Able to perform/ be trained to do SLT/PI/YAG lase.
- Demonstrate commitment through involvement in Trust wide initiatives/ committees
- Competent in medication administration including IV drugs.
- Competent in venepuncture and cannulation.
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).
