Band 7 Advanced Specialist Optometrist

Job overview

We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Advanced Specialist Optometrist to join our Ophthalmology team at Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust.

This is an exciting opportunity to work as part of a multidisciplinary team delivering specialist ophthalmology care, with a particular focus on Paediatric ophthalmology and medical retina. The successful candidate will undertake advanced optometric assessment and management of patients, working closely with consultant ophthalmologists, nursing and allied health professional colleagues to deliver high-quality, efficient and patient-centered care. The role offers an opportunity to contribute to the continued development of extended optometric practice within a busy ophthalmology service, supporting innovative models of care that make best use of clinical skills and improve access for patients.

We are seeking a confident and experienced optometrist with strong specialist clinical skills, excellent communication and a commitment to multidisciplinary working, service improvement and the delivery of high-quality patient care.

Main duties of the job

To provide a high-quality optometry service, as part of a multidisciplinary team – patients being referred from ophthalmologists (including Paediatric ophthalmologists) and orthoptists (via existing departmental guidelines).

This includes refraction (cycloplegic and non-cycloplegic), fundoscopy (direct and / or indirect, as required) and media checks, on each patient.

This role requires specialist skills and expertise in the assessment, diagnosis and management of paediatric patients. Such patients may have complex medical and / or ocular diagnoses or vision impairment; or patients may present with challenging behaviour, e.g., uncooperative children, occasionally physically / verbally abusive.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification.

The person specification listed below is not the full specification requirements for the role. Please ensure you review the full specification on the job description prior to submitting your application.

Applicants are advised to read all the information on the advert and the supporting information before completing and submitting an application. As you complete your application please ensure you clearly demonstrate how you meet the criteria in the person specification for this post by adequately completing the supporting information section of the application form.

Applications should be made online, however, queries regarding the application process or assistance with completion of the form (for applicants with a disability) can be made to Rachna Srivastava, Recruitment Advisor, on 01708 435000 ext. 5904. Further details regarding the post may be obtained by contacting the manager as per the contact details below

Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.