Job summary
Employer heading
Research Ophthalmic Science Practitioner/Ophthalmic photographer
Band 5
Job overview
A new role of research ophthalmic science practitioner has been created within ophthalmology to coordinate and support the research trials requiring input from our services. This is a really exciting opportunity to work between ophthalmology and research and innovation teams, to facilitate the set-up of research studies in a timely fashion, ensure patients enrolled in trials have visits in line with the study protocol and work collaboratively across the teams.
Research & Innovation (R&I) receives and generates funding from various routes, in order to support and foster clinical research in Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust and in partnership with regional stakeholders. As part of the research support infrastructure, the Ophthalmology department plays an integral role in facilitating R&I to carry out this function. Consequently, NUH R&I is enabling the development of this role. The post holder will be based in ophthalmology and must be flexible to meet the needs of the service. Excellent communication, organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to work independently to prescribed timelines are essential skills required for the role.
Main duties of the job
As research OSP, to facilitate the set-up and coordination of research studies in line with the research SLA between ophthalmology and the R+I teams. Ensure completion of responsibilities within the required timescales and research study protocols.
To work as an autonomous practitioner in undertaking ophthalmic imaging using a variety of techniques, for patients of all ages, ranging from children to the elderly and who have various communication abilities.
To work within the Ophthalmology virtual clinic, utilising additional clinical skills to complete a full assessment in line with the clinical protocols/procedures.
Working for our organisation
With over 17,000 staff, we are one of the biggest employers in the city with a central role in supporting the health and wellbeing of our local population. We play a leading role in research, education and innovation.
Come and join our wonderful team at NUH. We are big believers in diversity and welcome new ideas to help develop our team in order to deliver world class healthcare to the vast patient populations we serve. With endless personal development opportunities available, at NUH we will endeavour to turn your job into a career!
We particularly welcome applications from people who identify as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, or Disabled, as we are striving to be better represented at NUH.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
As research OSP, to facilitate the set-up and coordination of research studies in line with the research SLA between ophthalmology and the R+I teams. Ensure completion of responsibilities within the required timescales and research study protocols.
To work as an autonomous practitioner in undertaking ophthalmic imaging using a variety of techniques, for patients of all ages, ranging from children to the elderly and who have various communication abilities.
To work within the Ophthalmology virtual clinic, utilising additional clinical skills to complete a full assessment in line with the clinical protocols/procedures
Participate in the theoretical and clinical teaching of ophthalmic imaging to colleagues, students or other health professional visiting the department
Maintain and enhance professional knowledge and skills required to undertake the role of ophthalmic science practitioner
To participate in departmental audit projects
Please familiarise yourself with the job description for this role for a full list of duties.
Person specification
Training and qualifications
Essential criteria
- Degree in photgraphy or equiavalent clinical experience within ophthalmic imaging
- Evidence of CPD and relevant training
Desirable criteria
- GCP trained
Experience
Essential criteria
- Recent ophthalmic imaging clinical experience
- Experience and competency with excel
- Experience managing complex research projects
Desirable criteria
- Knowledge and understanding of patient data software and related IG policies
- Experience balancing multiple projects
Communication and relationship skills
Essential criteria
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Excellent organisational skills
- Able to work effectively within and acrooss clinical teams both internal and external
Skills
Essential criteria
- Knowledge of ocular anatomy, physiololgy and pathology
- Effective time management skills
- Ability to analyse quality of clinical images
- Ability to prioritise own workload and work as a team
Other requirements
Essential criteria
- Able to work various shifts including weekdays weekends and bank holidays and varying hours between 7.00am and 8.00pm to support service as required
Analytical and judgement skills
Essential criteria
- Able to plan and carry out complex protocolised care alongside patients own clinical team
- Ability to analyse quality of clinical images
Planning and organisational skills
Essential criteria
- Significant organisational skills
- Able to plan workload and liaise with colleagues to promote safety and achieve continuity of care
- Meticulous attention to detail
Applicant requirements
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
- Isabel Ash
- Job title
- Head Orthoptist
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 07812277356
- Additional information
Emily Hogan, Lead for ophthalmic imaging
0115 9249924 ext 85607
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