Ophthalmology Failsafe Officer (XN04)
| Posting date: | 13 February 2026 |
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| Salary: | £27,485.00 to £30,162.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £27485.00 - £30162.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 06 March 2026 |
| Location: | Leeds, LS9 7TF |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | C9298-HAN-137 |
Summary
This is more than an administrative post it is a patient safetycritical position where your work has a direct impact on protecting patients sight. Make a Measurable Difference You will play a central role in ensuring no patient is lost to follow-up across high-risk ophthalmology pathways, particularly within medical retina and glaucoma services. By proactively identifying delays and resolving pathway gaps, you will directly contribute to safer care and improved outcomes. Be at the Heart of Service Improvement This role is embedded within our failsafe and patient tracking workflows, contributing to ongoing pathway redesign, backlog reduction and quality improvement projects. You will work alongside senior operational managers, consultants and service leads, giving you real visibility and influence within the department. Work Within a Leading Teaching Trust As part of Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, one of the largest in the UK, you will engage with: Consultants and Clinical Leads in specialist ophthalmology services Operational Service Managers and CSU leadership teams Booking, data and performance teams Regional referral pathways and external providers where required This exposure provides excellent insight into large-scale NHS service delivery and governance. Develop Specialist Knowledge You will gain in-depth understanding of: High-risk ophthalmology pathways Patient tracking list (PTL) management National access and waiting time standards Data validation, reporting and governance processes This role is ideal for someone looking to strengthen their expertise in operational management, data quality or pathway coordination within a clinical specialty. A Role That Values Your Skills We are particularly keen to attract applicants who demonstrate: Strong alignment with NHS core values Analytical thinking and confidence working with complex data High levels of accuracy and attention to detail Professional curiosity and a proactive approach to problem-solving Resilience and focus in a high-volume, safety-critical environment Challenge With Purpose The role requires sustained concentration, management of large patient cohorts, and sensitive communication when resolving delays. While the workload can be demanding, it is purposeful every action you take supports timely care and protects patients from avoidable harm. If you are motivated by responsibility, precision and meaningful impact, this is a unique opportunity to build specialist experience while contributing to one of the Trusts most vital clinical services.