We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Hospital Optometrist to provide 6 months of fixed term cover at North Middlesex University Hospital.
You will be working as part of the multi-disciplinary team in the paediatric eye service and will work closely with the consultant paediatric ophthalmologist and orthoptists.
You may also be able to work in the cataract clinic and other sub-specialties, depending on previous experience and qualifications e.g. in cataract new and post-op clinics.
Additionally, you will be part of our teaching and training program for undergraduate and postgraduate students and staff for various disciplines within ophthalmology.
This is an excellent opportunity to gain clinical experience and teaching in a large Ophthalmology department and Hospital Trust, where we also have glaucoma, medical retina and oculoplastic sub-specialties, as well as an emergency eye service. We have weekly clinical teaching on site.
Main duties of the job
Paediatric cycloplegic and subjective refractions Adult Refractions, when required Fundoscopy where required Assist in review and authorisation of invoice forms received from HES prescriptions processed by local opticians Participate and contribute to departmental teaching Participate in audit and research, when required To provide highly specialist advice to non-optometric staff Ensure safe practice and adherence to clinical, departmental and Trust policies and procedure Ensure good communication and professionalism with patients and staff Maintain good record keeping and administration of duties
Job responsibilities
You will be working as part of the multi-disciplinary team in the paediatric eye service, carrying out cycloplegic and subjective refractions, as well as fundoscopy, working closely with the consultant paediatric ophthalmologist and orthoptists, as well as other ophthalmologist, nurses and HCAs. You can also work in the cataract clinic and other sub-specialties, if you have previous experience and qualifications e.g. in cataract new and post-op clinics. You will also be supported by other sub-specialty clinicians and consultants, as we have glaucoma, medical retina, oculoplastic and emergency eye services.
You will be responsible for ensuring your clinical work is in keeping with best practice, safe and working within your professional boundaries.
Additionally, you will contribute to the teaching and training of undergraduate and postgraduate students of various disciplines within ophthalmology (ophthalmologists, medical students, ophthalmic nurses, orthoptists, ophthalmic photographers and other health professionals).
You will also be assisting in the review and authorisation of HES voucher invoices from local opticians.
We treat every individual patient with the highest standard of care, respect and dignity possible. We provide a service that is friendly, efficient and timely. The Orthoptic and Optometry Service staff work as a team and support each other wherever possible. As part of the larger Ophthalmology team, we aim to shine as an area that does exceptionally well with quality of care and positive patient feedback.
Person Specification
Skills
Essential
Possess a degree in Optometry BSc
Desirable
Excellent communication, interpersonal skills and ability to demonstrate empathy when delivering complex and or distressing information Ability to communicate effectively with patients and or their carers Ability to organise and manage own workload Ability to actively participate in departmental clinical education and teaching and practical optometry skills Ability to conduct and report on designated audits
Employer details
Employer name
North Middlesex University Hospital NHS Trust
Address
North Middlesex University Hospital
Sterling Way
London
N18 1QX
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.
393-NMUH-2092 #J-18808-Ljbffr
You will be working as part of the multi-disciplinary team in the paediatric eye service and will work closely with the consultant paediatric ophthalmologist and orthoptists.
You may also be able to work in the cataract clinic and other sub-specialties, depending on previous experience and qualifications e.g. in cataract new and post-op clinics.
Additionally, you will be part of our teaching and training program for undergraduate and postgraduate students and staff for various disciplines within ophthalmology.
This is an excellent opportunity to gain clinical experience and teaching in a large Ophthalmology department and Hospital Trust, where we also have glaucoma, medical retina and oculoplastic sub-specialties, as well as an emergency eye service. We have weekly clinical teaching on site.
Main duties of the job
Paediatric cycloplegic and subjective refractions Adult Refractions, when required Fundoscopy where required Assist in review and authorisation of invoice forms received from HES prescriptions processed by local opticians Participate and contribute to departmental teaching Participate in audit and research, when required To provide highly specialist advice to non-optometric staff Ensure safe practice and adherence to clinical, departmental and Trust policies and procedure Ensure good communication and professionalism with patients and staff Maintain good record keeping and administration of duties
Job responsibilities
You will be working as part of the multi-disciplinary team in the paediatric eye service, carrying out cycloplegic and subjective refractions, as well as fundoscopy, working closely with the consultant paediatric ophthalmologist and orthoptists, as well as other ophthalmologist, nurses and HCAs. You can also work in the cataract clinic and other sub-specialties, if you have previous experience and qualifications e.g. in cataract new and post-op clinics. You will also be supported by other sub-specialty clinicians and consultants, as we have glaucoma, medical retina, oculoplastic and emergency eye services.
You will be responsible for ensuring your clinical work is in keeping with best practice, safe and working within your professional boundaries.
Additionally, you will contribute to the teaching and training of undergraduate and postgraduate students of various disciplines within ophthalmology (ophthalmologists, medical students, ophthalmic nurses, orthoptists, ophthalmic photographers and other health professionals).
You will also be assisting in the review and authorisation of HES voucher invoices from local opticians.
We treat every individual patient with the highest standard of care, respect and dignity possible. We provide a service that is friendly, efficient and timely. The Orthoptic and Optometry Service staff work as a team and support each other wherever possible. As part of the larger Ophthalmology team, we aim to shine as an area that does exceptionally well with quality of care and positive patient feedback.
Person Specification
Skills
Essential
Possess a degree in Optometry BSc
Desirable
Excellent communication, interpersonal skills and ability to demonstrate empathy when delivering complex and or distressing information Ability to communicate effectively with patients and or their carers Ability to organise and manage own workload Ability to actively participate in departmental clinical education and teaching and practical optometry skills Ability to conduct and report on designated audits
Employer details
Employer name
North Middlesex University Hospital NHS Trust
Address
North Middlesex University Hospital
Sterling Way
London
N18 1QX
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.
393-NMUH-2092 #J-18808-Ljbffr
