Go back Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Specialist Orthoptist / Orthoptist
The closing date is 10 June 2026
We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Orthoptist to join our friendly and forward‑thinking team of 11 orthoptists at Hull Royal Infirmary. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a dynamic department offering a wide range of orthoptic services in a supportive and innovative environment.
You will have the opportunity to work within a multidisciplinary team supporting:
* Paediatric Ophthalmology
* Adult Ocular Motility Clinics
* Neuro‑Ophthalmology
* Low Vision and Visual Stress Clinics
* Community Vision Screening Services
Our department is HCPC‑accredited for hosting undergraduate orthoptic student placements, and you will also have the chance to contribute to our in‑house teaching programme.
Primary Duties
The post will be a Band 5 / 6 depending on experience and will be based at Hull Royal Infirmary. You will support an excellent team of Paediatric Ophthalmologists, Adult Motility specialists, and Neuro‑Ophthalmology clinics, and be responsible for providing Low Vision services, the Visual Stress clinic and community vision screening services. Depending on experience, you may have opportunities to support the service in developing extended roles and to participate further in the department’s teaching programme.
Job Responsibilities
• Deliver orthoptic assessment and management for paediatric and adult patients. • Perform visual field assessment and assist in multidisciplinary team meetings. • Plan and deliver individual and group treatment programmes. • Maintain accurate records and contribute to audit and quality improvement activities.
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications
* Honours Degree in Orthoptics (BSc, BMedSci) or a Diploma from the British Orthoptic Council (DBO).
* Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council and evidence of ongoing professional development.
* Knowledge of IT and EPR systems.
Knowledge, Training & Experience
* Minimum of 12 months of clinical orthoptic experience in all aspects of practice.
* Experience of visual field assessment.
* Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team or independently.
* Good organisational and planning skills.
* Understanding of professional ethics and health and safety risk awareness.
* Previous clinical and extended‑role experience, and experience supervising orthoptic students.
Communication and Interpersonal Skills
* Advanced clinical reasoning skills.
* Excellent oral and written communication with diverse patient groups.
* Tactful and efficient interaction with patients and their carers.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Maintaining patient confidentiality.
* Active participation in departmental teaching programmes.
* Interest in ophthalmology and accurate keyboard skills.
* Experience of publications or posters.
Special Attributes and Other
* Confident, self‑motivated, flexible, adaptable and creative.
* Ability to respond to unpredictable work patterns and interruptions.
* Strong prioritisation and time‑management skills.
* Reflective appraisal of own performance.
* Effective working relationships with staff at all levels.
* Handling challenging behaviour.
* Organisation of complex information.
* Intrinsic motivation and commitment to public sector work.
Other Requirements
* Hold a current UK driving licence and have access to a car.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
We welcome applications from candidates who require Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship to work in the UK, and these will be considered alongside all other applications in line with our commitment to equality and inclusion.
#J-18808-Ljbffr