Specialist Optometrist / Specialist Practitioner in Ophthalmology
| Posting date: | 19 February 2026 |
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| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Negotiable |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 29 March 2026 |
| Location: | Grimsby, DN31 2BH |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | E0325-26-0008 |
Summary
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Clinical Duties and Responsibilities To perform a comprehensive range of diagnostic procedures and clinical assessments, working autonomously and making clinical decisions using own judgement and initiative, within own scope of practice. To analyse and interpret specialist diagnostic test results. To identify new or deteriorating conditions and carry out relevant tests and refer to a Consultant or Non-Consultant Doctor, as appropriate. To advise patients on the appropriate care for their eye conditions. To explain the implications of eye conditions, treatment options, medication and possible side effects to patients, some of whom may be distressed or confused. To ensure that patient confidentiality is maintained at all times. To ensure that evidence based clinical standards of care to patients are achieved. To ensure the delivery of agreed quality standards, taking any necessary action to remedy shortcomings in services that contribute to patient care. To be responsible for ensuring the safe use of specialist equipment in own field of practice. Administrative Duties To keep accurate patient health records, including archiving and other requirements of record keeping, and write to GPs and other professionals regarding patient progress and outcomes. To support senior staff in the investigation of complaints and clinical incidents, ensuring that any investigations are thorough and that action plans are completed to enable lessons to be learned and shared. To ensure that infection risks are identified and acted upon. Professional Duties To work within the requirements of the code of practice and standard of the College of Optometrists and GOC / BIOS / HCPC. To be responsible for and demonstrate commitment to Continuing Professional Development and Clinical Governance. To participate in training and development of clinical and other groups of staff. To actively participate in the appraisal process. To participate in clinical audit and research projects, as required.