Pre Registration Optometrist | Aneurin Bevan University Health Board
| Posting date: | 18 April 2024 |
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| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £25,524 - £28,010 per annum, pro rata |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 18 May 2024 |
| Location: | Newport, NP20 2UB |
| Company: | Aneurin Bevan University Health Board |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 6223102/040-ACS161-0424 |
Summary
• To provide the postholder with a unique opportunity to develop a solid foundation of skills and experience in secondary care paediatric
refraction and complex contact lens fitting whilst being exposed to and gaining experience in the many specialty ophthalmology clinics
that run in ABUHB.
• To participate in the delivery of core optometry services as part of their scheme for registration.
• The post-holder will be required to undertake the College of Optometrists pre-registration programme and will be supervised and
supported by the Clinical Lead for Optometry in Paediatrics and Contact lenses.
• The post-holder will have the opportunity to gain experience in all specialties within Ophthalmology clinic during their time at ABUHB
and will be supported and encouraged to do so. This will include exposure to clinical scenarios reflective of the competencies required
by the CoO. Clinics covered include but are not limited to; Medical Retina, Glaucoma, Corneal, Paediatrics (including Orthoptics) and
Emergency Eye Care clinic (EEC).
• Further training beyond entry-level Optometry competences (as mandated by the CoO) will be provided in areas commonly specialised
by Optometrists (i.e. Glaucoma and Medical Retina).
• The post holder would be required to undertake additional work in a primary care setting to accompany this secondary care role to
ensure the timely progression through the CoO Pre-Registration programme and broad experience base.
• To continue to build on the core competencies commenced within the undergraduate Optometry degree
• To carry out delegated administrative and clinical responsibilities to support the smooth running of the Optometry Department.
• To be proactive in the collaboration with the Clinical Lead to plan the development of their own clinical skills and excellence in order to
pass the College of Optometrists exams.
• To take initiative in understanding their own learning and experience requirements to progress successfully through the CoO preregistration programme.
• To develop clinical decision-making skills and work towards becoming an autonomous clinician in all areas of Core Optometry whilst
gaining more experience in extended roles.
• Initially with qualified supervision, building towards independence in relation to formulating management and treatment plans, and make
onwards referral where necessary.
• To update patient notes accordingly in line with good clinical practice principles.
• To ensure that all administrative tasks associated with their patients are completed in a timely manner to avoid delay to patient care.
• To ensure that all aspects of clinical governance are adhered to; specifically with regards to patient records and data for the use of
clinical development.
• To follow national and local protocol with regards to the follow-up/discharge and management of patients, including recent WGOS
pathways, under the supervision of a qualified colleague.
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is a multi-award-winning NHS organisation with a passion for caring. The Health Board provides an exceptional workplace where you can feel trusted and valued. Whatever your specialty or stage in your career, we have opportunities for everyone to start, grow and build your career. The health board provides integrated acute, primary and community care serving a population of 650,000 and employing over 16,000 staff.
We offer a fantastic benefits package and extensive training and development opportunities with paid mandatory training, excellent in-house programmes, opportunities to complete recognised qualifications and professional career pathways including a range of management development programmes. We offer flexible working and promote a healthy work life balance, provide occupational health support and an ambitious plan for a Wellbeing Centre of Excellence to support you at work.
Our Clinical Futures strategy continues to enhance and promote care closer to home as well as high quality hospital care when needed. Join us on our journey to pioneer new ways of working and deliver a world-class healthcare service fit for the future.
This post is fixed term/secondment for 12 months to meet the needs of the service. If you are interested in applying for the secondment position, you must obtain permission from your current line manager prior to applying for this post.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac.
Use of optical instruments for measurement purposes such as retinoscopy, direct and indirect ophthalmoscopy, Humphrey visual fields,
corneal topography and tonometry.
• Undertake, with appropriate supervision Paediatric refractions, fundoscopy and Complex contact lens fitting and follow up
• Work within the multidisciplinary team to ensure that the care delivered to all patients is of the highest standards and quality.
To develop clinical decision-making skills and work towards becoming an autonomous clinician in all areas of Core Optometry whilst
gaining more experience in extended roles.
• Analysis of optometric clinical tests following eye examinations under appropriate supervision
• Initially with qualified supervision, building towards independence in relation to formulating management and treatment plans, and make
onwards referral where necessary.
• To update patient notes accordingly in line with good clinical practice principles.
• To ensure that all administrative tasks associated with their patients are completed in a timely manner to avoid delay to patient care.
• To manage their own workload with regards to assessment deadlines
• To ensure that all aspects of clinical governance are adhered to; specifically with regards to patient records and data for the use of
clinical development.
• To follow national and local protocol with regards to the follow-up/discharge and management of patients, including recent WGOS
pathways, under the supervision of a qualified colleague
This advert closes on Thursday 9 May 2024