Job summary
- Main area
- Orthoptist
- Grade
- Band 7
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week
- Job ref
- 279-6410563-JUN24
- Employer
- 279 University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Sussex Eye Hospital
- Town
- Brighton
- Salary
- £43,742 - £50,056 per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 09/07/2024 23:59
Employer heading
Deputy Head Orthoptist
Band 7
About our Trust
At UHSussex we’re proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK’s largest acute Trusts, we’re a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.
Our hard-working, talented and dedicated people work together towards a common goal – to always put our Patient First . In fact our mission is summed up by our ‘where better never stops’ motto and you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex.
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Job overview
This is an opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated Orthoptist to join our team at the Sussex Eye Hospital, Brighton and help lead the service in the role of deputy head. The department which consists of 7 Orthoptists and 2 optometrists provides a comprehensive service involving adult and paediatric Orthoptic work. There a re 2 consultant Ophthalmologists specialising in Paediatric Ophthalmology and Adult Ocular Motility, and 1 consultant Neurologist specialising in Neuro-ophthalmology. The specialities covered include ocular motility, neuro-ophthalmology, Botulinum toxin, adjustable sutures, visual fields, stroke, CVI, cataract pre-assessment and secondary visual screening. CPD and research are actively encouraged.
Main duties of the job
The post-holder will contribute to a comprehensive and quality Orthoptic service for patients referred to the Eye Department. They will work within a multi-disciplinary team to provide appropriate assessment diagnosis and treatment for Orthoptic patients.
The post holder will deputise for the Head of Service - Orthoptics, managing all functions of the department in their absence.
The post holder will be responsible for implementing and undertaking audit within the department.
To aid the Head Orthoptist in the management of the Orthoptic service based at UHSussex University Hospitals Trust East; Sussex Eye Hospital, Brighton and Princess Royal Hospital, Haywards Heath
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To be a point of contact for expert Orthoptic knowledge from both internal and external sources.
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To liaise with the Head Orthoptist in the development and evaluation of new and existing Orthoptic services
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To act as a role model to the team demonstrating exemplary professional behaviour
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To be responsible for implementing and undertaking audit in the Orthoptic service
Working for our organisation
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Main Duties and Responsibilities
· To aid the Head Orthoptist in the management of the Orthoptic service based at UHSussex University Hospitals Trust East; Sussex Eye Hospital, Brighton and Princess Royal Hospital, Haywards Heath
· To be a point of contact for expert Orthoptic knowledge from both internal and external sources.
· To liaise with the Head Orthoptist in the development and evaluation of new and existing Orthoptic services
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Communication
· To have proven excellent communication skills to represent the Orthoptic service
· To establish and maintain effective operational links with all relevant internal and external services and partners.
· To be a point of contact for all enquiries regarding the Orthoptic and Contact Lens services
· To promote a culture of Patient First echoing the ideals of:
Compassion and Communication Teamwork and Respect
Professionalism and Inclusion .
Service Delivery and Improvement
· To practise as an autonomous Orthoptic practitioner in in-patient and out-patient settings in line with Trust policy and the needs of the ophthalmology service.
· To provide highly specialist clinical Orthoptic expertise to senior clinical staff of the multi-disciplinary team within the Trust.
· To manage and co-ordinate clinical Orthoptic input to all aspects of clinical governance within the surgical division.
· To help with the provision of clinical Orthoptic expertise for the identification and management of risk issues within the division of surgery.
· To aid the Head Orthoptist in the investigation of clinical incidents and complaints regarding Orthoptic and Contact Lens practice.
· To maintain contact with appropriate specialists and groups both nationally and locally to ensure best practice is identified and incorporated into UHSussex practice.
People Management and Development
· To deputise when necessary for the Head Orthoptist in managing the Orthoptic team and Contact Lens team across UHSussex East, including the organisation of day to day activities, recruitment, individual performance review and objective setting, dealing with management issues and development of the individual members of this team.
· To provide professional support to the orthoptic staff and supervise the daily provision of Orthoptic services together with extended roles.
Person specification
Experience
Essential criteria
- Substantial postgraduation clinical experience with full range of Orthoptic patient workload (Paediatrics & Adults)
- Supervision and assessment of Orthoptic Undergraduate students
Desirable criteria
- Management qualification/courses
- Teaching qualification
- Post graduate Orthoptic qualification
Skills
Essential criteria
- Advanced communication skills, including the ability to liaise and negotiate effectively at all levels
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Strong IT skills
- Ability to manage own variable workload
Desirable criteria
- Experience in biometry and perimetry
People management and development
Essential criteria
- Able to manage difficult situations
- Able to identify and address training needs of other members of staff
Desirable criteria
- Experience in management of others, which may include performance review and objective setting
- Experience in recruitment process
Equality, diversity and inclusion
Essential criteria
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles
- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
Employer certification / accreditation badges
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.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Joy White
- Job title
- Head of Service - Orthoptics
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01273 664870
- Additional information
Alternative contact details: Orthoptic Department 01273 664872
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