Job summary
Could you be our new Specialist Optometrist or Advanced
Practitioner at Newmedica Lincolnshire?
Are you an experienced, highly motivated Optometrist,
Orthoptist or Ophthalmic Nurse who thrives on the challenges of providing great
quality care to our new and review patients? Do you want to deliver
patient care as part of a highly motivated team delivering outstanding services
in a cutting edge environment with the latest innovative devices? If so, you
could be exactly who we are looking for to join our friendly and dedicated
team!
We are looking for an enthusiastic, highly skilled,
non-medical practitioner to deliver patient care across our new patient and
post operative cataract service, glaucoma service and medical retina service.
You will already have significant experience and further qualification in an
ophthalmic speciality, and training can be provided in other areas if required.
If you have a desire to provide outstanding patient care, a thirst for
knowledge, and the drive to be the best practitioner you can be, then this could
be the job for you!
We are proud to provide NHS and private ophthalmology
services to the communities of Greater Lincolnshire, Humber area and the East
Riding of Yorkshire. Our services are rated Good by the CQC and we have an
amazing multi-professional team providing a range of services across our two
sites.
Main duties of the job
Clinical Duties and Responsibilities
To perform a comprehensive range of diagnostic procedures and clinical
assessments, working autonomously and making clinical decisions using own
judgement and initiative, within own scope of practice.
To analyse and interpret specialist diagnostic test results.
To identify new or deteriorating conditions and carry out relevant tests
and refer to a Consultant or Non-Consultant Doctor, as appropriate.
To advise patients on the appropriate care for their eye conditions.
To explain the implications of eye conditions, treatment options,
medication and possible side effects to patients, some of whom may be
distressed or confused.
To ensure that patient confidentiality is maintained at all times.
To ensure that evidence based clinical standards of care to patients are
achieved.
To ensure the delivery of agreed quality standards, taking any necessary
action to remedy shortcomings in services that contribute to patient care.
To be responsible for ensuring the safe use of specialist equipment in
own field of practice.
About us
Newmedica is one of the leading providers of NHS-funded and private
ophthalmology services in England.
Our Purpose is to change
lives through better sight and eye health
Our Vision is to
end avoidable sight loss in every community we serve
We provide services for NHS ICBs, NHS Trusts and other providers of NHS
funded services. We deliver thousands of patient interactions annually,
including outpatient appointments, diagnostic testing and eye surgery. Our
services are delivered mainly through Ophthalmology Joint Venture (OJV)
Partnerships.
We have an ambition to significantly grow the business and create a
national brand. We are looking for
people excited by our agenda and who demonstrate our company values and
behaviours. (Commercial, Courageous, Compassion, Collaborative and Curious).
Job description
Job responsibilities
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Clinical Duties and Responsibilities
To perform a comprehensive range of diagnostic procedures and clinical
assessments, working autonomously and making clinical decisions using own
judgement and initiative, within own scope of practice.
To analyse and interpret specialist diagnostic test results.
To identify new or deteriorating conditions and carry out relevant tests
and refer to a Consultant or Non-Consultant Doctor, as appropriate.
To advise patients on the appropriate care for their eye conditions.
To explain the implications of eye conditions, treatment options,
medication and possible side effects to patients, some of whom may be
distressed or confused.
To ensure that patient confidentiality is maintained at all times.
To ensure that evidence based clinical standards of care to patients are
achieved.
To ensure the delivery of agreed quality standards, taking any necessary
action to remedy shortcomings in services that contribute to patient care.
To be responsible for ensuring the safe use of specialist equipment in
own field of practice.
Administrative Duties
To keep accurate patient health records, including archiving and other
requirements of record keeping, and write to GPs and other professionals
regarding patient progress and outcomes.
To support senior staff in the investigation of complaints and clinical
incidents, ensuring that any investigations are thorough and that action plans
are completed to enable lessons to be learned and shared.
To ensure that infection risks are identified and acted upon.
Professional Duties
To work within the requirements of the code of practice and standard of
the College of Optometrists and GOC / BIOS / HCPC.
To be responsible for and demonstrate commitment to Continuing
Professional Development and Clinical Governance.
To participate in training and development of clinical and other groups
of staff.
To actively participate in the appraisal process.
To participate in clinical audit and research projects, as required.
Job description
Job responsibilities
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Clinical Duties and Responsibilities
To perform a comprehensive range of diagnostic procedures and clinical
assessments, working autonomously and making clinical decisions using own
judgement and initiative, within own scope of practice.
To analyse and interpret specialist diagnostic test results.
To identify new or deteriorating conditions and carry out relevant tests
and refer to a Consultant or Non-Consultant Doctor, as appropriate.
To advise patients on the appropriate care for their eye conditions.
To explain the implications of eye conditions, treatment options,
medication and possible side effects to patients, some of whom may be
distressed or confused.
To ensure that patient confidentiality is maintained at all times.
To ensure that evidence based clinical standards of care to patients are
achieved.
To ensure the delivery of agreed quality standards, taking any necessary
action to remedy shortcomings in services that contribute to patient care.
To be responsible for ensuring the safe use of specialist equipment in
own field of practice.
Administrative Duties
To keep accurate patient health records, including archiving and other
requirements of record keeping, and write to GPs and other professionals
regarding patient progress and outcomes.
To support senior staff in the investigation of complaints and clinical
incidents, ensuring that any investigations are thorough and that action plans
are completed to enable lessons to be learned and shared.
To ensure that infection risks are identified and acted upon.
Professional Duties
To work within the requirements of the code of practice and standard of
the College of Optometrists and GOC / BIOS / HCPC.
To be responsible for and demonstrate commitment to Continuing
Professional Development and Clinical Governance.
To participate in training and development of clinical and other groups
of staff.
To actively participate in the appraisal process.
To participate in clinical audit and research projects, as required.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MCOptom specialist optometry degree, or BSc(Hons) in Ophthalmic Optics or Optometry, BMedSci (Hons) Orthoptics or equivalent qualification essential.
- Independent prescribing (IP) qualification or working towards.
- Additional postgraduate specialist or equivalent experience required i.e. Higher Certificate in Glaucoma or Medical Retina.
- Demonstrable minimum of 2 years experience in slit lamp and volk assessment performed on a regular basis
- Current registration with GOC, HCPC or NMC essential.
Experience
Essential
- Knowledge of clinical practice and demonstrable knowledge of developments in optometry and advancing practice required.
- Experience of and commitment to medical audit.
- Comfortable with Microsoft Office products and using computerised systems for data input/output and review.
- Capable of seeing 22 patients during a clinic day, forming and adapting management plans.
Skills and Additional Responsibilities
Essential
- SKILLS & PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
- Enjoys the routine and rhythm of a process driven environment.
- Able to balance working independently with appropriate escalation and delegation.
- Committed to delivering consistently high standards of specialist ophthalmic diagnostic tests using complex equipment.
- Applies analytical and logical thinking to verify expected outcomes.
- Actively seeks continuous professional development.
- Highly self-motivated to provide an excellent level of communication and individual care for patients.
- Comfortable making a significant contribution, including teaching and training, in a small multi-disciplinary team.
- Awareness of nuances of healthcare provision in a business setting and empowering patients to choose the healthcare options most suitable for them.
- SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION COMMON TO ALL ROLES
- ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Actively promote and market Newmedica and present a positive image of the Company and its activities both within and outside the Healthcare environment.
- Ensure the quality standards and performance measures applying to the work of the section are met and facilitate continuous improvements in all aspects of the post.
- Undergo any self-development and training as necessary for success in the role and provide support and development for others where appropriate.
- Carry out any duties at all times in accordance with the Companys policies including Equality and Diversity and Health and Safety.
- Promote by positive example both internally and externally, the purpose and vision of Newmedica.
- Undertake all responsibilities in adherence with Newmedica Policies and Protocols for Infection, Prevention and Control.
- Undertake any other responsibilities commensurate with the grade of the post, which the principal or their senior management representative may from time to time require.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MCOptom specialist optometry degree, or BSc(Hons) in Ophthalmic Optics or Optometry, BMedSci (Hons) Orthoptics or equivalent qualification essential.
- Independent prescribing (IP) qualification or working towards.
- Additional postgraduate specialist or equivalent experience required i.e. Higher Certificate in Glaucoma or Medical Retina.
- Demonstrable minimum of 2 years experience in slit lamp and volk assessment performed on a regular basis
- Current registration with GOC, HCPC or NMC essential.
Experience
Essential
- Knowledge of clinical practice and demonstrable knowledge of developments in optometry and advancing practice required.
- Experience of and commitment to medical audit.
- Comfortable with Microsoft Office products and using computerised systems for data input/output and review.
- Capable of seeing 22 patients during a clinic day, forming and adapting management plans.
Skills and Additional Responsibilities
Essential
- SKILLS & PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
- Enjoys the routine and rhythm of a process driven environment.
- Able to balance working independently with appropriate escalation and delegation.
- Committed to delivering consistently high standards of specialist ophthalmic diagnostic tests using complex equipment.
- Applies analytical and logical thinking to verify expected outcomes.
- Actively seeks continuous professional development.
- Highly self-motivated to provide an excellent level of communication and individual care for patients.
- Comfortable making a significant contribution, including teaching and training, in a small multi-disciplinary team.
- Awareness of nuances of healthcare provision in a business setting and empowering patients to choose the healthcare options most suitable for them.
- SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION COMMON TO ALL ROLES
- ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Actively promote and market Newmedica and present a positive image of the Company and its activities both within and outside the Healthcare environment.
- Ensure the quality standards and performance measures applying to the work of the section are met and facilitate continuous improvements in all aspects of the post.
- Undergo any self-development and training as necessary for success in the role and provide support and development for others where appropriate.
- Carry out any duties at all times in accordance with the Companys policies including Equality and Diversity and Health and Safety.
- Promote by positive example both internally and externally, the purpose and vision of Newmedica.
- Undertake all responsibilities in adherence with Newmedica Policies and Protocols for Infection, Prevention and Control.
- Undertake any other responsibilities commensurate with the grade of the post, which the principal or their senior management representative may from time to time require.
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).
