Job overview
The post holder is an autonomous practitioner who will provide a broad range of highly skilled specialised services to support delivery of Ophthalmology services. As a senior clinician the post holder is expected to maintain a technical caseload and be capable of managing complex cases independently, providing clinical advice and expert opinion to colleagues where necessary. Procedures are likely to involve the use of specialist and high value ophthalmic instrumentation to a high level of accuracy. Analysis and interpretation of specialist test results will be necessary in order to plan or revise individual programmes of patient care.
Main duties of the job
- Conduct adult and paediatric ophthalmic examinations, including for patients with learning difficulties.
- Use specialist ophthalmic equipment and administer ophthalmic drugs as per regulations.
- Analyse and interpret clinical test results to assess and manage patient care.
- Provide specialist advice to patients, carers, and professionals.
- Manage a specialist caseload independently using evidence-based approaches.
- Maintain accurate clinical and statistical records.
- May perform domiciliary services for patients unable to attend clinics.
- Contribute to the maintenance and development of ophthalmology services.
- Provide expert consultation and influence clinical development.
- Respond to enquiries and complaints with empathy and professionalism.
- Manage stock levels and assist in team and technical staff management.
- Prioritise caseloads and manage time effectively.
- Use fine motor skills and manual handling techniques.
- Work sensitively in emotionally challenging situations.
- Maintain concentration and adapt to unpredictable environments
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac.
We would particularly welcome applications from Welsh speakers; but even if you don’t speak any Welsh, or want to develop your skills, don’t worry: the health board will support you with training.
Person specification
Other
Essential
- Travel between sites in Powys in a timely manner
- Able to meet the Moving and Handling requirements of the job
- Co-ordination and sensory skills for use of equipment
Values
Essential
- Demonstrate PTHB Values
- Effective and sensitive handling of difficult information and situations
- Calm and works well under pressure
- Enthusiastic and committed approach
- Adaptable with coping skills
- Good team worker
- Good at problem solving
Experience
Essential
- Significant post graduate experience within specialism
- Working with patients with complex needs
Desirable
- Experience of Team Leadership or student supervision
- Experience of audit or research participation
- Working with patients who have sight and life-threatening conditions
Aptitude & Abilities
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Good organisation and time management
- Clinical reasoning
- IT literate
- Motivational skills
Desirable
- Some ability to speak, read and/or write Welsh, or an eagerness to learn.
Qualifications and/or Knowledge
Essential
- Masters level or equivalent demonstrable academic qualification experience to meet the specialism
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Ophthalmic Optics or Optometry
- Registration with the General Optical Council
- Eye Health Examination Wales accreditation
Desirable
- Previous experience in a hospital eye care setting
- Low Vision Service Wales accreditation
- Masters level degree or equivalent experience in an Optometry field
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This advert is for Bank Optometrist Specialist with Powys Teaching Health Board in Bronllys, West Wales, Wales. It is listed as a Band 7 Healthcare support worker role. The advertised salary is £50,129 - £57,365 per annum. The contract type is 0 days (Bank- Adhoc when required). The application deadline is 03 Aug 2026.
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