Overview
The Isle of Wight Orthoptic department is looking for an experienced Orthoptist to lead our service with the exciting opportunity to also develop into a variety of extended roles. Our friendly team provides fully comprehensive ophthalmic services to the residents of the Isle of Wight. Although small, our orthoptic department is busy covering paediatric and adult strabismus cases. There is a wide diversity of squints and many interesting and complex cases. While your primary focus will be on orthoptics, you will have the flexibility and autonomy to shape the role according to your professional interests. As a small team, we are committed to supporting your development and can offer dedicated time and financial resources to facilitate your growth and advancement. We will also provide a recruitment and retention premium as well as a generous relocation allowance of up to £10,000, subject to Trust policy, to help finance your move. Moving to the island will be one of the best decisions you make and we look forward to meeting you in the near future. Visits to our team are welcomed and we would encourage you to spend the day with us, we will be able to support your travel costs.
Responsibilities
* You will lead the Isle of Wight orthoptic service and oversee service developments, working closely with Portsmouth University Hospitals NHS Trust.
* As an autonomous practitioner, you will be responsible for planning, implementing, and monitoring individualised orthoptic treatment plans and care pathways for patients across all age groups, utilizing advanced clinical reasoning and evidence-based practices.
* You will have an extended role which will be tailored to your specific areas of interest.
* You will provide specialised training and education to students, pre-registration optometrists, healthcare assistants, and nurses.
* Puts patient care first.
* Will apply good clinical knowledge.
* Has strong teamworking and communication skills.
* Has good problem solving, time management and prioritisation skills.
* Has a strong commitment to learning and development of themselves and others.
Benefits and salary
* Band 8a: £53,755 - £60,504 pro rata, per annum.
* Dedicated time and financial resources to facilitate your growth and advancement.
* Recruitment and retention premium and generous relocation allowance of up to £10,000 (subject to Trust policy).
* Onsite benefits including day nursery, cycle-to-work scheme, discounts at local businesses and gyms, and the opportunity to rent the Trust's beach hut in Ryde.
* Flexible working arrangements, with schedule options to accommodate service requirements.
Location and lifestyle
The Isle of Wight is a coastal island with excellent transport links to the mainland. The region offers beaches, outdoor activities, cultural attractions, and a variety of eateries. Southampton is nearby with additional travel options to the Channel Islands, France, and Spain. Southampton airport provides access to destinations across the British Isles and Europe.
About the Isle of Wight
The Isle of Wight is a popular destination on the south coast, known for its natural beauty and coastline. It offers a high quality of life with access to outdoor activities and local amenities.
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