Gibraltar Health Authority are looking for a Hospital Optometrist for a 12 month fixed term contract
Rent Free accommodation provided
Return flights reimbursed
Salary up to £46,128
Duties -
- To assist the Head Optometrist in the delivery of a comprehensive Optometric Service, autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team, using advanced specialized and highly specialized clinical skills, experience and evidence-based practice to personally deliver, assess, diagnose and formulate treatment plans for the patients referred to the Optometry Service. Following NICE Guidelines and the standards laid out by the General Optical Council and British College of Optometrists.
- To keep comprehensive patient notes, statistical records, patient reports or any other administrative requirements of the department.
- To liaise with other members of the multi-disciplinary team, to ensure appropriate management of the patient.
- To assist in the in-service training of other Ophthalmic Staff and professional colleagues.
- To be personally responsible for maintaining up to date GOC Registration and ensuring further knowledge of Optometry through Continuous Professional Development.
- To assist the Head Optometrist in monitoring working practices in accordance to clinical governance guidelines and proposing changes in policies, to reflect best practice, according to the evolving needs of the service.
- To contribute new ideas for the improvement of the service and to be willing to pursue these in consultation with the Head Optometrist.
- To collate figures and audit clinical activity as directed by the Head Optometrist.
- To report to the Head Optometrist all matters of concern, special problems or requirements relating to their area of work. Any Accidents/Near Misses or Health and Safety concerns must be reported immediately.
Agenda for Change
- To abide by all GHA, Ophthalmic Department and Optometry Department policies.
- To undertake any other relevant duties as requested by the Head Optometrist especially during periods of staff absence.
- To deputise for the Head Optometrist during periods of absence.