As an organisation we recognise the value of a healthy work-life balance.
When applying, speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate flexible working, so your work life fits around your home life.We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates as they are under-represented within the Trust.Click on this link to find out about our values https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/p/about-us/our-trust-values A fantastic opportunity has arisen in the Vision Science and Imaging Department for a trained Ophthalmic and Vision Scientist.
This is an exciting time to join this expanding service as it seeks to further develop its well-established and nationally renowned hub (BEH) and bespoke (outreach sites) service delivery model.This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic and innovative team comprising of Consultants, specialty and Trust grade Doctors, Fellows, specialty trainees, Nurse Practitioners, Orthoptists, Optometrists and a substantial team of Ophthalmic Nurses, Technicians and Healthcare assistants.The UHBW ophthalmology service prides itself on its commitment to high quality treatment for all our patients and offers a friendly, supportive environment that values individuals and supports their personal and professional development.
The post holder will support the Ophthalmic Imaging and Outpatient Department for the provision and overall smooth running of our clinical services.
This will involve data entry, eyesight testing, and capturing retinal and corneal imaging using many different techniques for Doctor led and Virtual clinics.After the necessary training and induction, the post holder will be responsible for the effective and efficient maintenance of a comprehensive angiography, imaging and photography service to Bristol Eye Hospital.
They should be able to prioritise and plan their own workload, and have the ability to work independently as well as working closely and supervising other members of the team.As a key member of the Imaging team you will be required to attend both Bristol Eye Hospital and the BEH Diagnostic HUB as well as other sites if necessary to deliver clinical care.
Willingness to travel is therefore required.
The core hours are Monday to Friday however there must be some flexibility to provide service across the whole week if required.
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England.
UHBW has been rated by the CQC as 'Good' overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond.
As a forward-thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact.
Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer.
UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.
As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them.
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