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We are seeking a Specialist Orthoptist to support our orthoptic and optometry triage clinics, delivering high-quality orthoptic assessment and treatment, including intraocular pressure measurements (iCare/Tonopen training provided). You will bring paediatric experience, excellent communication skills, and a strong commitment to child- and family-centred care. This is an exciting opportunity to join our supportive, forward-thinking Ophthalmology Team, providing paediatric eye care across Sheffield and the wider region. We are looking for a compassionate, accountable professional who upholds our Trust values and champions equality, diversity and inclusion.
Job Responsibility
Deliver orthoptic assessment and treatment in triage and specialist clinics
Perform intraocular pressure measurements (iCare or Tonopen)
Conduct ward-based patient assessments
Perform school entry vision screening after a suitable period of induction and peer support
Support undergraduate orthoptic student placements
Work with other paediatric specialities within the Trust
Contribute to ongoing service development and patient-centred care
Requirements
BMedSci /BSc in Orthoptics or DBO in Orthoptics and Registration with HCPC as an Orthoptist
Evidence of continuing professional development
Greater than 1 year's full time clinical experience in paediatric assessment and treatment
Assessment of young children
Good communication skills - verbal and written - with parents, staff and medical colleagues
Nice to have
BIOS membership
Teaching qualification or willingness to undertake clinical supervision of Orthoptic undergraduates on placement
Special needs - developmental, visually impaired, hearing impaired, other medical conditions
Research or audit experience or willing to pursue if opportunity available
Vision screening or extended roles experience
Ability to take responsibility for designated tasks
Admin skills - dealing with glasses prescription queries/arranging eye drops at home/atropine prescriptions