Job summary
This is an excellent opportunity to join our dynamic and forward thinking Ophthalmology Department. Our multidisciplinary team work closely together and currently comprises of 10 Consultants, 9 Optometrists and a substantial team of Orthoptists, Ophthalmic Nurses, photographers, technicians, and healthcare assistants.
We are looking to appoint a specialist optometrist. to a permanent full time clinical post although job share and part time would be considered. The role will involve core optometry duties alongside specialist extended roles with a focus on supporting additional qualifications and training in a range of sub-specialties as required.
Our Ophthalmology department benefits from an Eye Clinic Liaison Officer, admin booking teams, with a supportive management team within our Specialist Surgery clinical business unit.
Our Ophthalmic Services are mainly based at the Warrington site but many clinics are held in community for ease of patients and the successful candidate would have the opportunity to work across the Warrington and Halton area, although this is not essential to the role.
Main duties of the job
We foster a collaborative and multidisciplinary approach to our services. The post will not only involve core optometry roles including both paediatric and adult refraction, low vision and therapeutic contact lenses, but also extended roles including cataract, eye casualty, glaucoma, medical retina and ARMD depending on experience and area of interest.
You must hold a degree in Optometry and be registered with the General Optical Council. Previous hospital experience would be an advantage but is not essential.
About us
Warrington and Halton Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is a caring and compassionate organisation that is both ambitious and innovative. We are committed to delivering the best outcomes for our patients and providing a positive experience of our staff. We aspire to be outstanding for our patients, our communities and our staff and are committed to being a great place to receive healthcare, work and learn.
Straddling the neighbouring boroughs of Warrington and Halton we are part of the Cheshire and Merseyside Integrated Care system. Our hospitals are ideally situated to meet the growing healthcare needs of the 330,000 population of these boroughs.
Warrington Hospital is home to our emergency, critical care and maternity services, Halton Hospital is focused on elective procedures and the Runcorn Urgent Treatment Centre, although many services are offered at both sites and in community hubs.
A CQC-rated 'good' organisation with 'outstanding' features, we are working towards university hospital status, having achieved teaching hospital status in 2019.
We employ nearly 5,000 people from over 80 nationalities, striving to be a diverse, inclusive employer and recognised leader in equality. We support flexible working, welcoming flexible applications. Proud of our many accreditations, we are embedding an anti-racist approach in all we do.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Role Summary To work with the optometry and multidisciplinary ophthalmic teams to delivercore and specialist optometry services to the highest standards of quality andcare To maintain and manage own caseload of patients To undertake clinical audit and research as required, in line with clinicalgovernance standards To provide clinical supervision as required to less experienced optometristsand postgraduate and undergraduate optometry students within thedepartment.
For a full list of duties and responsibilities please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Role Summary To work with the optometry and multidisciplinary ophthalmic teams to delivercore and specialist optometry services to the highest standards of quality andcare To maintain and manage own caseload of patients To undertake clinical audit and research as required, in line with clinicalgovernance standards To provide clinical supervision as required to less experienced optometristsand postgraduate and undergraduate optometry students within thedepartment.
For a full list of duties and responsibilities please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification.
Person Specification
Professional Qualification and Experience
Essential
Desirable
- Previous hospital optometry experience
- Experience working in more than one hospital setting
Professional registration
Essential
Desirable
- Further qualifications within optometry
- Further qualifications in other areas
Clinical skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
Desirable
- Ability to communicate with patients in other methods other than spoken English (eg Makaton)
- Evidence of empathy and understanding when discussing difficult information
Clinical
Essential
- Experience with a range of ophthalmic equipment including retinoscope, slit lamp biomicroscope
Desirable
- Experience with a range of ophthalmic equipment including binocular indirect ophthalmoscope headset, corneal topography, OCT, A Scan
Agile working
Essential
- Flexible approach to work
Desirable
- Full, clean UK drivers licence
Person Specification
Professional Qualification and Experience
Essential
Desirable
- Previous hospital optometry experience
- Experience working in more than one hospital setting
Professional registration
Essential
Desirable
- Further qualifications within optometry
- Further qualifications in other areas
Clinical skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
Desirable
- Ability to communicate with patients in other methods other than spoken English (eg Makaton)
- Evidence of empathy and understanding when discussing difficult information
Clinical
Essential
- Experience with a range of ophthalmic equipment including retinoscope, slit lamp biomicroscope
Desirable
- Experience with a range of ophthalmic equipment including binocular indirect ophthalmoscope headset, corneal topography, OCT, A Scan
Agile working
Essential
- Flexible approach to work
Desirable
- Full, clean UK drivers licence
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Warrington and Halton Teaching Hospitals NHSFT
Address
Warrington and Halton Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Optometry Department, Daresbury Wing
Warrington
WA5 1QG
Employer's website
https://whh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
