Job summary
Applications are invited for an enthusiastic Orthoptist to join our dynamic team of 10 Ophthalmic technicians, 7 Orthoptists and an Optometrist. The Orthoptic department works closely with the Eye Department which currently has 11 Consultants including specialist in Paediatric Ophthalmology and Ocular Motility.

The role provides technical support to Ophthalmology to assist diagnosis and assessment of various eye conditions. Diagnostic tests are performed at 2 hospital sites, so being able to commute for the needs of the service is essential. For all informal enquires please contact Pam Grewal, Optical Services Manager.

Main duties of the job
You will provide technical support, following relevant training and competency assessment if required, to the Ophthalmology service and other hospital departments. This includes undertaking Ocular Coherence Tomography, Visual fields, Biometry, Fundus Photography, Corneal Topography and other diagnostic tests as requested by the Clinicians, in a timely and accurate manner.

You will also assist with administrative and clerical tasks relating to provision of Orthoptic and Ophthalmic services.

About us
At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of "excellent health care, improved health for all". We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace.

As part of the NHS People Promise, your wellbeing is our priority, and we are committed to ensuring our employees achieve a healthy work-life balance supported by our flexible working options and by making reasonable adjustments where possible. We believe no-one should have to sacrifice family, friends, or their personal interests for work. We are a modern employer able to attract and retain high quality staff through our commitment to the NHS People Promise.

As an employer, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their best. We want to ensure that our workforce is representative of the population we serve.

Dudley Group offer many opportunities for our staff to develop and grow within their roles through our Learning & OD Team. These include topics such as communication, wellbeing, team development, cultural competency, and values.

Details
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 4
Salary: £28,392 to £31,157 a year per annum pro rata
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Part-time, Compressed hours
Location: Russells Hall Hospital, Pensnett Road, Dudley, DY1 2HQ

Essential qualifications and skills

• Qualifications at least to foundation degree level or equivalent
• GCSE Maths and English at least Level 5/ grade C or equivalent
• Standard keyboard skills
• Commitment to learning new skills as required
• Willingness to attend training courses (internal and external) and complete all mandatory training as required by the role
• Previous experience of working with the general public
• Good communication skills both verbal and written with the ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to work with accuracy and attention to detail
• Able to commute to meet the needs of the service

Desirable qualifications and skills

• Evidence of prior technical experience obtained in a similar role
• Previous experience using related ophthalmic technology eg Humphrey Visual fields, OCT, Corneal Topography and Biometry
• Previous experience working with patients in a hospital/ healthcare setting
• Previous experience working in a clinical ophthalmic setting

Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer contact
Contact: Pam Grewal, Optical Services Manager, Pamandeep.Grewal@nhs.net, 01384456111

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.