Job Title: Orthoptist
Grade: Band 5/6
Trust: Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust
Location: St Albans Children Centre
Ward/Dept: Orthoptics
Hours: Parttime time - 22.5 hours per week
Shift Pattern: 3 days per week (weekdays only)
Pay Rates - Day: Up to £20.06
Why might this job interest you?
Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust are seeking an advanced orthoptist to take on orthoptic clinics for the Community Eye Service in West Hertfordshire. Currently the department consists of 4 Orthoptists and 2 optometrists with links to the Acute Trust Ophthalmologists. You will be expected to work single-handedly and as part of a team in orthoptic assessment and treatment of patients attending the community paediatric eye service.
Responsibilities of this job role
If you are successful in your application to this post, you will be expected to manage and deliver on the responsibilities outlined below - as well as those not included here, call today to discuss further:
- Work as an independent practitioner and as part of a highly motivated team to deliver all levels of Orthoptic investigation and assessment and to be able to use highly specialist skills to diagnose and treat all conditions as necessary.
- Be responsible for Orthoptic assessments and treatments for the full range of Orthoptic referrals for both children and adults and to maintain accurate clinical records in adhere with HCT's Record Keeping Policy.
To be successful in applying for this role you will need:
HCPC registered
BSc or equivalent in orthoptics
In addition to experience, all Qualified roles will be required to provide evidence of
- Relevant Qualifications
- Registration with the relevant Registration Body if applicable.
The benefits we can offer you in return:
- Putting People in Places to Care - be part of the NHSP community, by joining the bank and caring for patients with a team of people from all walks of life.
- Weekly pay to give you access to your wages more quickly.
- Blue Light Card - NHS Discount Provider
- First choice of shifts/placements at the Trust of your choice over agencies.
- Our team is always happy to help - access our support line any time.
- Working options to suit your lifestyle?- being on the bank gives you the flexibility to work the shifts you want or choose fixed term placements.
- Training and development opportunities via the Trust and NHSP's own academy.
- Explore different wards, keep your skills up to date whilst gaining vital experience.
- Being part of the NHSP Community means you'll get access to member activities such as member of the month, member appreciation week, key date giveaways, webinar series and much more.
Who are NHS Professionals?
NHS Professionals is a flexible staff bank, owned by the Department of Health, our purpose is to provide you with the autonomy to decide when, how, and where you want to work. Supporting your lifestyle and making you feel part of the team and community. Offering you flexible work or alternatively fixed term placements.