Orthoptist

Go back East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust Orthoptist

The closing date is 30 June 2025

We are looking for a highly motivated orthoptist keen to be part of a team of 11 Orthoptists (9.6wte), along with Consultant Ophthalmologists, optometrists, clinical nurse specialists and ophthalmic technicians.

A degree/diploma in Orthoptics and registration with the HCPC is essential (or working towards/return to practice). Newly qualified orthoptists would be considered at a band 5 see Band 5 Job Description .

Main duties of the job

The post provides a varied and challenging case load including paediatric ophthalmology specialist clinics, ocular motility and botulinum toxin clinics, neuro-ophthalmology, stroke and trauma patients. We are an accredited department for orthoptic undergraduates on placement and as a teaching hospital we are involved in the clinical teaching of medical students, junior doctors and pre-registration optometrists. The successful candidate will be required to work as part of an enthusiastic multi-disciplinary team.

About us

We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with fivehospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 800,000 people. Our vision is 'great healthcare from great people'. Everything we do is guided by our values: 'People feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference'. We have a new way of working at East Kent Hospitals, called 'We care'. It's about empowering frontline staff to lead improvements day-to-day. We're looking for compassionate people to be part of our improvement journey for the patients, families and carers we care for every day.

Please note that if you require a Certificate of Sponsorship to work in the UK you must declare this on your application form, even if you currently have a certificate of sponsorship or a work permit for another role and are already working in the country. Please note we are only able to sponsor candidates on a Skilled Worker Visa applying for roles Band 5 and above.

Job responsibilities

Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in Documents to download.

If you have further queries please dont hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details below.

Person Specification Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in Orthoptics
• Registered with HCPC
• BIOS membership or separate Medical and Professional Liability Insurance
• Evidence of ongoing profession development

Clinical Skills & Experience

• Experience assessing a broad range of Orthoptic patients including complex patients
• Identifies the need for and seeks senior support as required.
• Decision making and problem solving capability in complex or highly conflicting situations
• Ability to analyse & interpret clinical findings in order to plan and deliver the best treatment possible
• Ability to maintain accurate & comprehensive treatment notes for each patient
• Knowledge of up to date clinical/evidenced based practice
• Basic IT knowledge
• Post graduate experience working as an orthoptist
• Attendance of BIOS Clinical Tutors course

Governance

• Upholds and models the trust Values
• Knowledge of clinical governance and its importance in clinical practice
• Experience undertaking audits
• Experience undertaking research

Personal & Professional Attributes

• Ability to work in busy environment
• Highly developed verbal & nonverbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively both in a team & autonomously.

Other Requirements

• Ability to travel independently to all main sites in a timely manner
• Car Driver

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.

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust

£37,338 to £44,962 a yearper annum Newly Qualified will start on Band 5