Sister - Ophthalmology

Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Band 6 Sister to join our Outpatient service within the Royal Hospital. The role requires experience of leading a large team within a high volume patient area. The role also requires an extensive ophthalmic knowledge and clinical skills including venopuncture , cannulation and I/V medication.

Main duties of the job

This post is 1.0 WTE .   The post holder will have other duties at band 6 level which include co-ordination of clinics, and deputising for the department manager in their absence. The successful candidate will act as the clinical expert and professional resource to the Multi-Professional team, patients and carers within their Speciality Service.  We are looking for someone with experience of working in a high volume healthcare environment, experience of working in an Ophthalmic setting would be an advantage. This post holder will be a core member of the Outpatient Team. The post holder will undergo full training to ensure a smooth transition into the role. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is keen to take on a new challenge and develop this role.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For further information within the role, please refer to the detailed  job description attached.

The successful candidate must be able to work well within a team and to liaise with other members of both the ophthalmic team and the multidisciplinary team.