Job overview

An exciting full time role has become available for a dynamic and forward thinking ophthalmic nurse/orthoptist/Optometrist. We are a busy department with a high throughput of patients.

We are looking for someone with ophthalmic experience who is able to manage the pre and post-operative nurse led clinics and play a vital role in our AMD/DMO/RVO intra-vitreal injection and urgent care services

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is keen to take on a new challenging role within the existing team. The successful applicant will be well supported by the ophthalmic team and encouraged to develop the role to its full potential.

You will have a recognised professional qualification/registration, and have at least 5 years’ experience in ophthalmology

Whilst we are looking for a nurse/AHP who already has trained as injectors, we are happy to provide in-house training for interested applicants.

Main duties of the job

Work as a Specialist Ophthalmic Practitioner to undertake competency-based training in Intra-vitreal injecting and aim to be assessed as competent within 3 months.

Provide treatment (intra-vitreal injection) for a defined caseload of patients in accordance with agreed clinical guidelines/protocols

Provide education, advice and support to patients, carers, and other healthcare professionals involved in the care & treatment of AMD.

Work as a Specialist Ophthalmic Practitioner to undertake biometries and Pre and Post op care for patients requiring cataract surgery

Work as a Specialist Ophthalmic Practitioner to provide a triage service for patients that have been referred to for urgent care

The SOP will work alongside the consultant and medical team in the progression and development of ophthalmology services

Post holder has responsibility for continuing professional development and the ongoing audit and development of the role in relation to the needs of the service and will promote excellence in ophthalmic practice through the integration of expert clinical practice, acting as a resource and role model to provide clinical supervision and support to junior staff

Participate in the delivery of formal and informal teaching for all ophthalmic and allied staff groups staff

Act as resource for education and participate in regular audits

Working for our organisation

Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust (HDFT) cares for the population in Harrogate and the local area, as well as across North Yorkshire, Leeds and parts of the North East. 

At HDFT we provide outstanding care to both our patients and our staff and we value Kindness, Integrity, Teamwork and Equality. If you’re looking for an interesting and rewarding career in the NHS, where you can make a real difference to patients’ lives, HDFT could be the place for you! 

We offer colleagues:

• A supportive culture so colleagues can bring their whole selves to work.
• Staff Recognition - as well as regular appraisals, we recognise achievements with our Making a Difference & Team of the Month Awards, along with annual Colleague Recognition Awards.
• Employee Support and wellbeing – we offer a wide range of staff benefits including an Employee Assistance Programme, counselling service and a fast-track Physiotherapy service. 

Please note:

• Due to high levels of interest, posts may close early if we reach a sufficient number of applications
• Visa sponsorship is only available for certain roles. Please ensure the role you are interested in meets the criteria for a visa before submitting your application. 
• Please also be aware that the Trust does not offer relocation packages for Agenda for Change roles.  
• All job offers are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks.