This orthoptist post sits in the orthoptic team at Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. The work centres on assessing, diagnosing and managing ocular motility and visual development disorders, from children's vision to adults with double vision or neurological conditions, alongside ophthalmologists. The caseload is varied across paediatric and adult patients, based mainly at King's Mill Hospital with clinics at two other sites. Newly qualified and experienced orthoptists are both considered, with structured preceptorship and mentoring on offer.
What the job involves
- Assess, diagnose and manage ocular motility and visual development disorders
- Support the visual development of children
- Assess and manage adults with double vision, neurological conditions and visual impairment
- Contribute to clinical decisions and personalised treatment plans across a varied caseload
- Work alongside ophthalmologists and other healthcare professionals
- Provide the orthoptic service at King's Mill Hospital
- Work across Ashfield Health Village and Newark Hospital
What’s required
Qualifications
- BMedSci orthoptic degree and/or Diploma of the British Orthoptic Society (DBO) or equivalent
Registration & licences
- HCPC registration as an orthoptist
Experience
- Experience working as an orthoptist, or clinical placement experience for newly qualified orthoptists
Skills & knowledge
- Knowledge of orthoptics, ophthalmology and neurology
Other
- Continuing professional development
- Competency-based assessments
- Ability to provide the orthoptic service at King's Mill Hospital
Nice to have
- Annotated with exemptions
- Knowledge of hospital computer systems
- Able to travel to cover clinics at Ashfield Health Village and Newark Hospital
What’s offered
- Structured preceptorship for newly qualified orthoptists
- Mentoring for early-career practitioners
- Ongoing professional development
- Opportunities to expand skills and contribute to service improvement
- Varied paediatric and adult caseload
- Supportive, collaborative colleagues
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Orthoptist employer: Bidvane
The Medical Centre is an exceptional employer for General Practitioners, offering a supportive work environment across two sites with a strong focus on patient-centred care. With flexible session options and a commitment to professional development, employees benefit from a collaborative team culture that values continuous learning and quality improvement. Located in a vibrant community, the practice provides unique opportunities to engage with diverse patient needs while enjoying the advantages of NHS pension and comprehensive employment benefits.
