We have an exciting opportunity for a full-time Band 5 Orthoptist to join our Orthoptic Team at North Devon District Hospital in Barnstaple.
The successful candidate will work alongside a dedicated team of Ophthalmologists, Orthoptists, Orthoptic Assistants, Optometrists, and Nurses in a busy supportive department.
Relocation expenses will be covered by the Trust for the successful candidate up to a limit of £5k.
Main duties of the job
As a key member of the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, you will be joining an exceptional team working together to help our patients stay healthy when they need it most.
About us
Stretching across Northern, Eastern, and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services cover more than 615,000 people across 2,000 square miles, while some specialist services extend our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist, and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford).
Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across various settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people's homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).
Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies, and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.
Job responsibilities
For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities, please click the link below.
More detail about the role
If you desire a good work-life balance in an area of outstanding natural beauty, North Devon encompasses two National Parks: Dartmoor and Exmoor, and beautiful world-class beaches. North Devon has also just been awarded Britain's first World Surfing Reserve award.
We are a friendly, dynamic, forward-thinking department that encourages innovative autonomous working practices. Your timetable will be varied and interesting with the opportunity to gain and build excellent experience.
The Orthoptic department currently provides general adult and paediatric clinics, including patients from eye casualty, neurology, stroke rehabilitation team, paediatric vision screening, and special school screening. In an extended role capacity, we currently support/work in the following clinics: Dystonia/Botox, JIA, AMD, and Glaucoma Monitoring.
The post is based at North Devon District Hospital; however, we also hold clinics at various community locations, therefore an ability to travel is essential.
We welcome applications from new graduates and offer appropriate development and mentoring opportunities. We provide both BIOS and Trust Preceptorship programmes.
Applicants will need to be enthusiastic, motivated, and keen to work hard in a busy environment.
Applicants must hold a degree or diploma in Orthoptics and be registered with the HCPC.
Working Pattern:
4 long days - 3 days of 9.5 hours and one day of 9 hours.
Interview Date:
To Be Confirmed.
For further information please contact:
Susan Thorne- Head Orthoptist on 01271 322469, susanthorne@nhs.net
As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential.
Benefits
We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team. This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree, or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD, or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there.
Looking after you is important to us.
We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family-friendly policies. If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.
Salary is not the only financial benefit
You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness, and leisure options, and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.
You will also have access to other benefits including:
National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter.
Car lease schemes.
The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
Cycle to work scheme
These are just a few of the benefits available. If the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.
Person Specification
General Requirements
Essential
Applicants must hold a degree or diploma in Orthoptics and be registered with the HCPC.
Desirable
See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description.
Employer details
Employer name:
Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Address:
North Devon District Hospital
Raleigh Park
Barnstaple
Devon
EX314JB
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr
The successful candidate will work alongside a dedicated team of Ophthalmologists, Orthoptists, Orthoptic Assistants, Optometrists, and Nurses in a busy supportive department.
Relocation expenses will be covered by the Trust for the successful candidate up to a limit of £5k.
Main duties of the job
As a key member of the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, you will be joining an exceptional team working together to help our patients stay healthy when they need it most.
About us
Stretching across Northern, Eastern, and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services cover more than 615,000 people across 2,000 square miles, while some specialist services extend our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist, and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford).
Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across various settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people's homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).
Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies, and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.
Job responsibilities
For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities, please click the link below.
More detail about the role
If you desire a good work-life balance in an area of outstanding natural beauty, North Devon encompasses two National Parks: Dartmoor and Exmoor, and beautiful world-class beaches. North Devon has also just been awarded Britain's first World Surfing Reserve award.
We are a friendly, dynamic, forward-thinking department that encourages innovative autonomous working practices. Your timetable will be varied and interesting with the opportunity to gain and build excellent experience.
The Orthoptic department currently provides general adult and paediatric clinics, including patients from eye casualty, neurology, stroke rehabilitation team, paediatric vision screening, and special school screening. In an extended role capacity, we currently support/work in the following clinics: Dystonia/Botox, JIA, AMD, and Glaucoma Monitoring.
The post is based at North Devon District Hospital; however, we also hold clinics at various community locations, therefore an ability to travel is essential.
We welcome applications from new graduates and offer appropriate development and mentoring opportunities. We provide both BIOS and Trust Preceptorship programmes.
Applicants will need to be enthusiastic, motivated, and keen to work hard in a busy environment.
Applicants must hold a degree or diploma in Orthoptics and be registered with the HCPC.
Working Pattern:
4 long days - 3 days of 9.5 hours and one day of 9 hours.
Interview Date:
To Be Confirmed.
For further information please contact:
Susan Thorne- Head Orthoptist on 01271 322469, susanthorne@nhs.net
As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential.
Benefits
We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team. This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree, or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD, or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there.
Looking after you is important to us.
We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family-friendly policies. If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.
Salary is not the only financial benefit
You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness, and leisure options, and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.
You will also have access to other benefits including:
National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter.
Car lease schemes.
The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
Cycle to work scheme
These are just a few of the benefits available. If the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.
Person Specification
General Requirements
Essential
Applicants must hold a degree or diploma in Orthoptics and be registered with the HCPC.
Desirable
See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description.
Employer details
Employer name:
Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Address:
North Devon District Hospital
Raleigh Park
Barnstaple
Devon
EX314JB
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr
