University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire (UHCW) NHS Trust
Optometrist
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Optometrist Opportunity
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and enthusiastic Optometrist to join our Hospital Optometry team on a part-time 9-month fixed-term basis.
About the Role
This post will provide valuable experience within hospital optometry across both University Hospital Coventry and Hospital of St Cross, Rugby, working closely with our multidisciplinary team of Optometrists, Ophthalmologists, Orthoptists, and Nursing staff.
Ideal Candidate
This is an ideal role for Optometrists seeking to expand their clinical skills and experience within a hospital setting. The post is open to both newly qualified and experienced Optometrists.
Job Details
- Position: Optometrist
- Hours: 22.5 hours per week, with additional Saturday morning working on a rotational basis.
- Location: University Hospital Coventry and Hospital of St Cross, Rugby.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide a comprehensive range of Optometric services across two hospital sites: UHCW and Rugby St Cross.
- Work in Core optometric services, including refraction (routine, diagnostic and paediatric), theatre refractions, specialist medical contact lens management, visual impairment rehabilitation, in-house spectacle dispensing, and eye casualty triage service.
- Support our educational program by training ophthalmologists, nurses, and other professionals within our organization.
- Contribute to the Saturday morning Eye Casualty Triage service.
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Requirements
- Successful applicants will be required to provide an immunisation and vaccination report from either their current UK occupational health provider or their UK GP.
Benefits
- As a vital member of our team, you will collaborate closely with the Principal Optometrist to deliver the highest standards of quality and care.
About Us
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK. We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high-quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.
- Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation.
- We are proud to be recognized as a Pathway to Excellence® designated organization.
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Equality and Diversity
The Trust is committed to building an organization that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential, and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity, and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organization's core values.
Application Process
- Interviews: Scheduled for Wednesday 19th August.
- Contact: For further information and enquiries, please contact Claire Lloyd 02476966516 or via email at claire.lloyd3@uhcw.nhs.uk.
Note: Secondment will be considered for internal candidates – If you are successful after interview, you must obtain approval from your current line manager to accept the offer.
By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.
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