Band 6 Specialist Orthoptist - London, United Kingdom - Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
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We currently have two Band 6 Orthoptist posts being advertised. This particular post is a fixed Term 12 month post to cover secondment for an existing Team member.

We have 3 ambitious and enthusiastic Paediatric & Strabismus consultants and who are leading the way in Ophthalmology.

They are hugely supportive of the Orthoptic team which is allowing us to strive to achieve more as a Team.


In the wider Ophthalmology Team, we have many other sub speciality Ophthalmology Consultants who work closely with Orthoptists in specialist clinics and extended roles.

There will be opportunities for training in this.

Royal Free London Ophthalmology have 5 main Hospital sites. This post will be based at Barnet Hospital, Edgware Hospital & Chase Farm Hospital.


You will have opportunity to gain valuable experience in a well-supported environment, working with cases in the following: Paediatric strabismus, Neuro ophthalmology and Adult oculomotility.


You will also be working as part of a specialist multidisciplinary team and will be involved in the relevant MDT meetings.

You will be encouraged to participate in clinical governance and audit activities within the team.


Applicants must have previous experience in Orthoptics, and have excellent communication and prioritisation skills and a commitment to continuing professional development.

The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts.

Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.


Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle.

From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top


Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.

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