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Job Description
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- Excellent Communication Skills
- IT Literate
- Well organised with excellent time management skills
- Ability to speak Welsh
- Good General Education
- NVQ level 3 in Health and social Care or equivalent experience
- Level 3 Ophthalmology qualification or equivalent knowledge in this area
- Experience working within a Healthcare setting
- Experience using Health Board IT systems
- Experience of working in an outpatients department
- Experience of Humphrey Visual Field and OCT testing
- Excellent Communication Skills
- IT Literate
- Well organised with excellent time management skills
- Ability to speak Welsh
- Good General Education
- NVQ level 3 in Health and social Care or equivalent experience
- Level 3 Ophthalmology qualification or equivalent knowledge in this area
- Experience working within a Healthcare setting
- Experience using Health Board IT systems
- Experience of working in an outpatients department
- Experience of Humphrey Visual Field and OCT testing
Job summary
The post holder will support the delivery of clinical health care services to adults and children attending Orthoptic and Paediatric Ophthalmology clinics within SBUHB.
The post holder should have the ability to work closely with members of the multi-disciplinary teams and demonstrate an ability to communicate with patients, relatives and carers who may be emotionally distressed or have barriers to understanding such as learning difficulties, language, hearing or visual impairment and to children and babies.
The post holder will plan their own work within standard operating procedures and policies, to undertake a range of delegated clinical patient care duties.
The post holder will work within a variety of Orthoptic clinics to meet the needs of the service on days across the whole week.
Main duties of the job
Following training and achievement of competences, the post holder will contribute to the provision of Ophthalmic services by providing a high-quality service including diagnostic testing and performing a range of basic imaging tests and procedures for children and adult patients across a variety of sub-specialties under the direction of the Head Orthoptist as well as providing reports and baseline evaluations for review by other clinical staff.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
We believe staff are our best asset and wewant you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.
As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.
You might be a nurse ordoctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - wehave a job for you.
There are also apprenticeships, work placementsand volunteering roles available.
We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled.
Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show thatour commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.
If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery,with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.
Date posted
22 August 2024
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£23,159 to £24,701 a year Pro Rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time, Job share
Reference number
130-ACS205-0824
Job locations
Orthoptic Department, Singleton Hospital
Sketty Lane
Swansea
SA2 8QA
Job descriptionJob description
Job responsibilities
CLINICAL
Following appropriate training to perform the following duties. This list is not exhaustive and will change with the service in line with developing competency frameworks:
To support a clinical environment that is patient and public focused.
To participate in the delivery of patient care and undertake clinical duties that are allocated and directly supervised by a registered health professional.
Administer eye drops required during the clinical assessment, in compliance with protocols; reporting any adverse reactions and take appropriate action.
Assess visual acuity in patients, using LogMar, Snellen and other relevant tests and record result accurately and clearly in patients record.
Determine the prescription of patients glasses using a manual Focimeter and to assess the correct lens to be used for accurate visual field assessment.
Perform automated visual field assessment for patients using the Humphrey Visual Field Analyser.
Perform Optical Coherence Tomography and Stereo Optic Disc Imaging.
Monitor and support patients through the diagnostic test procedures providing advice and instruction for patients in order to achieve accurate test results.
Learn to recognise and rectify artefacts during testing that might represent a barrier to accuracy of results.
Forward any abnormal results to a senior non-medical practitioner Report any changes in a patients condition to the clinician in charge and respond to clinical urgencies.
Manual handling of patients, when necessary, to ensure appropriate positioning of the patient for tests.
Observe the needs of patients, and if needs are of a clinical nature, inform the clinican in Charge. Observe and report base line observations to qualified non-medical practitioner or doctor. Ensure that investigation results are made available for appropriate clinical lead. Contribute to the promotion of health and prevention of illness, as directed by appropriate clinical lead. Plan and manage own templated clinic workload reporting all concerns to appropriate clinical lead. Assist in the administration and preparation of clinics including the production and maintenance of medical records in line with SBUHB policies.
Escort patients as required to other hospital Departments/Wards.
Act on own initiative when preparing patients for clinical examinations and procedures; offering reassurance and support to the patient, ensuring their privacy and dignity are maintained at all times.
Clear away after procedures and report any hazards in the environment to manager.
Contribute to the maintenance of a clean and well-maintained environment.
Maintain general cleanliness of wheelchairs and trolleys/non-invasive equipment.MANAGERIAL
To act in accordance with SBUHB policies and procedures.
Ensure all accidents, incidents and complaints are reported and to assist in the investigation of them.
Work with the ophthalmology team to improve service and be positive champion for any change proposed.
Participate in ensuring adequate stock levels of equipment within the department, and replenish equipment after use. Have a personal duty of care in relation to equipment used throughout the course of duties. Show awareness of patient safeguarding and the procedure if a safeguarding concern is identified in line with SBUHB policy. Attend and participate in departmental meetings and CPD days.
Report any concerns regarding patient care or environment to the department manager.
Be aware of Clinical Governance and act within SBUHB framework.
COMMUNICATION
Have an excellent telephone manner and communication skills.
Communicate effectively with a wide range of staff from including all levels of clinical and medical staff, patients, relatives/carers and departmental visitors. This will include providing and receiving information in relation to patient conditions.
Communicate effectively and sensitively with patients of all ages, ethnicity and learning ability, giving instructions and explanations to obtain optimum results from assessments and treatment being sensitive to patient needs and the requirements of the test.
Work closely where necessary with interpreters, relatives and support workers to achieve patient comprehension and ensure consent. Provide clear and accurate written communication and documentation in patients records following Health Board guidelines.EDUCATIONAL
Provide advice and support, and demonstrate their own duties to new or less experienced employees.
To undertake and complete ophthalmic level 3 Agored training and competencies relevant to role including visual acuity, visual fields and imaging.
The post holder will participate in departmental audit and quality initiatives pertinent to the role as necessary
Job responsibilities
CLINICAL
Following appropriate training to perform the following duties. This list is not exhaustive and will change with the service in line with developing competency frameworks:
To support a clinical environment that is patient and public focused.
To participate in the delivery of patient care and undertake clinical duties that are allocated and directly supervised by a registered health professional.
Administer eye drops required during the clinical assessment, in compliance with protocols; reporting any adverse reactions and take appropriate action.
Assess visual acuity in patients, using LogMar, Snellen and other relevant tests and record result accurately and clearly in patients record.
Determine the prescription of patients glasses using a manual Focimeter and to assess the correct lens to be used for accurate visual field assessment.
Perform automated visual field assessment for patients using the Humphrey Visual Field Analyser.
Perform Optical Coherence Tomography and Stereo Optic Disc Imaging.
Monitor and support patients through the diagnostic test procedures providing advice and instruction for patients in order to achieve accurate test results.
Learn to recognise and rectify artefacts during testing that might represent a barrier to accuracy of results.
Forward any abnormal results to a senior non-medical practitioner Report any changes in a patients condition to the clinician in charge and respond to clinical urgencies.
Manual handling of patients, when necessary, to ensure appropriate positioning of the patient for tests.
Observe the needs of patients, and if needs are of a clinical nature, inform the clinican in Charge. Observe and report base line observations to qualified non-medical practitioner or doctor. Ensure that investigation results are made available for appropriate clinical lead. Contribute to the promotion of health and prevention of illness, as directed by appropriate clinical lead. Plan and manage own templated clinic workload reporting all concerns to appropriate clinical lead. Assist in the administration and preparation of clinics including the production and maintenance of medical records in line with SBUHB policies.
Escort patients as required to other hospital Departments/Wards.
Act on own initiative when preparing patients for clinical examinations and procedures; offering reassurance and support to the patient, ensuring their privacy and dignity are maintained at all times.
Clear away after procedures and report any hazards in the environment to manager.
Contribute to the maintenance of a clean and well-maintained environment.
Maintain general cleanliness of wheelchairs and trolleys/non-invasive equipment.MANAGERIAL
To act in accordance with SBUHB policies and procedures.
Ensure all accidents, incidents and complaints are reported and to assist in the investigation of them.
Work with the ophthalmology team to improve service and be positive champion for any change proposed.
Participate in ensuring adequate stock levels of equipment within the department, and replenish equipment after use. Have a personal duty of care in relation to equipment used throughout the course of duties. Show awareness of patient safeguarding and the procedure if a safeguarding concern is identified in line with SBUHB policy. Attend and participate in departmental meetings and CPD days.
Report any concerns regarding patient care or environment to the department manager.
Be aware of Clinical Governance and act within SBUHB framework.
COMMUNICATION
Have an excellent telephone manner and communication skills.
Communicate effectively with a wide range of staff from including all levels of clinical and medical staff, patients, relatives/carers and departmental visitors. This will include providing and receiving information in relation to patient conditions.
Communicate effectively and sensitively with patients of all ages, ethnicity and learning ability, giving instructions and explanations to obtain optimum results from assessments and treatment being sensitive to patient needs and the requirements of the test.
Work closely where necessary with interpreters, relatives and support workers to achieve patient comprehension and ensure consent. Provide clear and accurate written communication and documentation in patients records following Health Board guidelines.EDUCATIONAL
Provide advice and support, and demonstrate their own duties to new or less experienced employees.
To undertake and complete ophthalmic level 3 Agored training and competencies relevant to role including visual acuity, visual fields and imaging.
The post holder will participate in departmental audit and quality initiatives pertinent to the role as necessary
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Additional informationDisclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
Swansea Bay University Health Board
Address
Orthoptic Department, Singleton Hospital
Sketty Lane
Swansea
SA2 8QA
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
Swansea Bay University Health Board
Address
Orthoptic Department, Singleton Hospital
Sketty Lane
Swansea
SA2 8QA
Employer's website
About the company
National Health Service (NHS) is the umbrella term for the publicly-funded healthcare systems of the United Kingdom (UK). The founding principles were that services should be comprehensive, universal and free at the point of delivery—a health service based on clinical need, not ability to pay. Each service provides a comprehensive range of health services, free at the point of use for people ordinarily resident in the United Kingdom apart from dental treatment and optical care.
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