Orthoptist in Oxford

Main area orthoptics Grade NHS AfC: Band 5 Contract 1 year (Fixed term) Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (37.5 hours per week, working the hours over a 7 day period, Monday to Sunday each week) Job ref 321-NOTSS-8360607-B5

Site Oxford Eye Hospital John Radcliffe Town oxford Salary £32,073 - £39,043 per annum pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 11/11/2026 23:59

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research.

The Trust comprises of four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.

Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community. We call this Delivering Compassionate Excellence and its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence.

Many of our recruitment programmes use Value Based Interviewing to identify those who have the skills we seek, who share our values and who are able to deliver compassionate excellence from the outset. We know that this makes a significant difference to your job satisfaction and above all the outcomes and experience of our patients and their families. For more information about our Values and Value Based Interviewing please visit www.ouh.nhs.uk/about/vision-and-values

Job overview

This post is for a band 5 maternity leave cover for 12 months.

We are seeking a motivated and enthausiaic Band 5 Orthoptist to join our friendly and supportive team . This is an excellent opportunity for a newly qualified or early career orthoptist to develop clinical skills within a dynamic NHS setting.

You will undertake assessment, diagnosis and management of patients with a wide range of ocular motility disorders, including strabismus, amblyopia and neuro-ophthalmic conditions. You will work alongside an experienced team with opportunities to develop skills within specialist services including, craniofacial, Stroke, neurorehabilitation and SEND.

Main duties of the job

Independently assess, diagnose and manage patients within core orthoptic clinics.

Deliver high quality care for both paediatric and adult patients

work collaboratively with Ophthalmologists, optometrists, Ophthalmic technicians and other multidisciplinary teams.

Maintain accurate patient records in line with professional standards

Contribute to service improvement and clinical audit.

There will be the opportunity to work independently within the community setting.

Working for our organisation

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research. The Trust comprises four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.

Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community.

We call this Delivering Compassionate Excellence, and its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence.

These values put patients at the heart of what we do and underpin the quality healthcare we would like for ourselves or a member of our family. Watch how we set out to deliver compassionate excellence via the OUH YouTube channel .

In 2023 NHS England launched its first sexual safety charter, and our Trust proudly signed it. We pledge zero tolerance for inappropriate sexual behaviour and commit to the ten core principles

Oxford University Hospitals promotes a safe, respectful hiring environment.

If you want to make a difference with us, come and join our team. Together, we will uphold the highest standards of care and professionalism.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

a) To be responsible as an autonomous practitioner for the comprehensiveorthoptic assessment, diagnosis and appropriate management of new andfollow-up patients. This patient group comprises all cases of concomitantand incomitant strabismus, and amblyopia, including complex casesrequiring specialist knowledge and a requirement to act when they shownew or change to existing clinical signs.

b) To be responsible for evaluation of visual acuity and visual behaviour in

referrals from the specialist services, particularly strabismus and paediatricreferrals.

c) To be responsible for planning, implementing and monitoring orthoptic

treatment for patients of all ages using clinical reasoning and evidencebased practice, gaining appropriate consent and for appropriately followingup patients who fail to attend or comply with treatment, in conformance withTrust and departmental policies.

d)To work where necessary with interpreters, relatives, and support workers to achieve patient comprehension.

e) To fully communicate the results of assessment, diagnosis, prognosis and specific treatment plans to patients, parents or guardians.

f)To discuss results of assessments and management plans with medical and other colleagues as required, providing an integrated approach to patient care.

g)To provide clear documentation of patient’s records in line with Trust policies.

h) To participate or assist with administrative and managerial duties delegated by the Head or Deputy Head Orthoptist.

i)To undertake data collection as required for audit purposes and the management of the service.

General Duties & Responsibilities:

.To be familiar with and adhere to the policies and procedures of the Trust.

· To achieve and demonstrate agreed standards of personal and professional

development within agreed timescales.

· To participate fully in the value based appraisal processand undertake Continuing Professional Development

· To participate in surveys and audits as necessary in order to enable the Trust tomeet its statutory requirements.

· To be aware of the Trust’s emergency planning processes and follow such processes as necessary, in the event of an unexpected incident. · This job description is not exhaustive. Staff may be required to undertake any other duties at the request of the line manager, which are commensurate with the band, including project work, internal job rotation and absence cover.

Person specification

• degree diplopia in orthoptics and HCPC registration
• post graduate orthoptic experience within an NHS trust

Sexual Safety Charter : In 2023 NHS England launched its first sexual safety charter, and our Trust proudly signed it. We pledge zero tolerance for inappropriate sexual behaviour and commit to the ten core principles

Oxford University Hospitals promotes a safe, respectful hiring environment.

If you want to make a difference with us, come and join our team. Together, we will uphold the highest standards of care and professionalism.

Vacancy Closures: Please note, this vacancy may close early if a high volume of applications are received.

Visa and Immigration: Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is able to offer Certificates of Sponsorship for all eligible roles for a Skilled Worker Visa without exception, provided the role meets the minimum salary and skill level criteria set by the Home Office (UKVI). All eligible candidates will be considered with equal consideration at all stages of the application and recruitment process. Skilled worker: Health and Care Visa | NHS Employers / Work in the UK - GOV.UK

COVID-19: The COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course our patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment, we do encourage your staff to get vaccinated. If you are unvaccinated there is helpful advice and information at Oxfordshire County Council Website where you can also find out more about how to access vaccination.

Probation Period: This post is subject to a 6 month probationary period. If you currently hold a contract of employment with the Oxford University Hospitals, this will not apply. This statement does not apply to Medical staff or Executive Appointments.

Referencing: When providing employment reference details please provide correct work related email addresses so references can be sought promptly when we are looking to progress your application. Your first referee will need to be your line manager, supervisor or clinical lead from your current or most recent post or place of study. Please note that if you have previously worked for the Trust we will require a reference from your last Manager, this information is essential if your offer of employment is to be confirmed.

To note: Applicants must write their own applications. If AI tools are used, the application may be rejected as this document is crucial for assessment. This does not prevent you from seeking support via AI with applications for the purposes of any disability and/or long-term health conditions.

When using AI to help write your application, it is important to personalise it, especially your supporting statement. While AI can simplify the process, it will not fully understand the job's requirements and/or be able to showcase your skills, knowledge, and experience. Write your statement to show why you are interested in the role and how you would be a valued member of the team/OUH employee.

No unsolicited recruitment agency telephone calls or emails.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Application numbers

Please note that this job advertisement will close automatically once the application limit is reached, regardless of whether this occurs before the advertised closing date.

Band 5 Nurse and Band 2 Healthcare Support Worker recruitment is centralised, meaning when you apply you will be considered for a number of roles across the Trust. If you have any questions please email:

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