Specialist Orthoptist | Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Role Overview

The Children's Community Orthoptic Service is recruiting an Orthoptist to cover a 9‑month maternity leave. The role is community based across Manchester and Trafford, working in health centres and special schools. It is a self‑directed position requiring exceptional organisational skills and the ability to work independently, without immediate supervision.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive, high‑quality Orthoptic Services as an autonomous practitioner, applying professional and departmental guidelines to patients in the community setting.
• Conduct assessment, diagnosis and management of new and follow‑up paediatric patients with strabismus, ocular motility disorders and amblyopia, including those with SEND.
• Carry out single‑handed community paediatric orthoptic/refraction clinics and special school clinics.
• Support paediatric ophthalmology clinics at Trafford General Hospital as required.

Diversity and Inclusion

MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and celebrating diversity. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, or sexual orientation are encouraged to apply.

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