For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below. More detail about the role The successful candidate will be required to work with the Medical Retinal and Macular Practitioner team to deliver seamless ophthalmic care to the macular and medical retinal patients in our local communities. There must be a willingness to perform delivery of intra vitreal injection treatments of anti Veg f and Ozurdex implant treatments. The service has modernised its approach to its delivery to the service user with virtual Clinics for Macular and Retinal assessments and therefore will work in our virtual consultant led POD clinics reviewing our medical retinal diagnostic imaging to formulate ongoing care pathways, work autonomously in our virtual injection review clinics to formulate ongoing treatment plans for macular injection treatments. Participate in our weekly MDT meetings, primarily these MDT meetings review the digital imaging including FFA of our more complex patients. You will also be required to actively participate in weekly practitioner teaching meetings and support the junior band 6 practitioners on a daily basis as required. You may be required to participate in our retinal consultant led slit lamp clinics. Non-Medical Independent prescribing is desirable but not essential, however must be able to work with PGDs and have a desire to complete the Non-medical prescribing as professional registration allows. The role also includes acting as the patients advocate and supporting the patient pathway journey. You will work with the multi-disciplinary clinical team and head of service to deliver robust clinical care for patients attending the retinal & macular service at WEEU Wonford, Heavitree and our Community Sites these are currently at Axminster and Sidmouth community hospitals. Working Pattern: 37.5 hours per week. Monday to Friday, 08:00 to 18:00 4 days per week. Interview Date: To be confirmed For further information please contact: Jo Tripp, Head of Retinal Services on jtripp@nhs.net or Simona Bonura, Practitioner Manager on teresa.bonura@nhs.net As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust. Benefits We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team. This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there. Looking after you is important to us. We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies. If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays. You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups. Salary is not the only financial benefit You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including: National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts. Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter Car lease schemes. The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK). Cycle to work scheme These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.
