Job Description

The Orthoptic Department in Wrexham Maelor Hospital is delighted to offer this exciting opportunity to become a Highly Specialist Orthoptist / Assistant Head Orthoptist. Find the detailed job description and person specification below.
Main duties of the job
To support the Head Orthoptist to maintain effective and efficient Orthoptic Services.
To support the Head Orthoptist in service and workforce planning, development and expansion.
To support the Head Orthoptist in maintaining a high level of clinical governance within the department.
Act as Team Leader in the absence of the Head Orthoptist.
The post holder is responsible for assessment and diagnosis of a broad ranging, highly specialised/advanced level complex caseload; including children and adults some of whom have disabilities and visual impairment.
To provide specialist advice and expertise in the field of Orthoptics to patients, colleagues, carers, students and professionals in other fields including Ophthalmology, Paediatrics and Maxillo Facial.
To participate in specialised clinics when required, including the children's refraction service, stroke, visual processing disorders and specialist assessment and management of pupils at Special Schools/Units.
To assist in the clinical teaching of Orthoptics to Orthoptic undergraduates on placement and other health professionals, including pre-registration Optometrists, Health Visitors, School Nurses, General Practitioners (GP), junior doctors and medical students.
To be responsible for specific areas of clinical expertise/ services outside of their core orthoptic role.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.
Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Details
Date posted
16 June 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
Depending on experience
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
050-AHP115-0425-A
Job locations
Wrexham Maelor Hospital
Croesnewydd Road
Wrexham
LL13 7TD
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac. Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Qualifications and/or Knowledge
Essential

• Degree in Orthoptics or Diploma of the British Orthoptic Council
• Registration with Health Care Professions Council
• Teaching qualification
• Management qualification
• Evidence of working at a Masters level

Desirable

• Management qualification
• Experience of Lead or managerial role

Experience
Essential

• Demonstrate an advanced knowledge of clinical Orthoptics and related areas.

Aptitude and Abilities
Essential

• Able to demonstrate situations where effective leadership and management skills have been used
• Be able to demonstrate tact and diplomacy when working with others
• Evidence of undertaking presentation to groups. Evidence of good communication, organisational and time management skills

Desirable

• Ability to speak Welsh

Values
Essential

• Demonstrate an advanced knowledge of clinical Orthoptics and related areas Professional and motivated approach.
• Flexible and reliable approach to working patterns
• Caring and considerate attitude

Other
Essential

• Willing to work at community clinics and the Maelor Hospital
• Enthusiastic.
• To be competent in written and spoken English
• CRB clearance

Desirable

• Ability to travel between sites in a timely manner, carrying case notes and / or equipment

Person Specification
Qualifications and/or Knowledge
Essential

• Degree in Orthoptics or Diploma of the British Orthoptic Council
• Registration with Health Care Professions Council
• Teaching qualification
• Management qualification
• Evidence of working at a Masters level

Desirable

• Management qualification
• Experience of Lead or managerial role

Experience
Essential

• Demonstrate an advanced knowledge of clinical Orthoptics and related areas.

Aptitude and Abilities
Essential

• Able to demonstrate situations where effective leadership and management skills have been used
• Be able to demonstrate tact and diplomacy when working with others
• Evidence of undertaking presentation to groups. Evidence of good communication, organisational and time management skills

Desirable

• Ability to speak Welsh

Values
Essential

• Demonstrate an advanced knowledge of clinical Orthoptics and related areas Professional and motivated approach.
• Flexible and reliable approach to working patterns
• Caring and considerate attitude

Other
Essential

• Willing to work at community clinics and the Maelor Hospital
• Enthusiastic.
• To be competent in written and spoken English
• CRB clearance

Desirable

• Ability to travel between sites in a timely manner, carrying case notes and / or equipment

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