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Job overview

• To provide the postholder with a unique opportunity to develop a solid foundation of skills and experience in secondary care paediatric 
refraction and complex contact lens fitting whilst being exposed to and gaining experience in the many specialty ophthalmology clinics 
that run in ABUHB.
• To participate in the delivery of core optometry services as part of their scheme for registration.
• The post-holder will be required to undertake the College of Optometrists pre-registration programme and will be supervised and 
supported by the Clinical Lead for Optometry in Paediatrics and Contact lenses. 
• The post-holder will have the opportunity to gain experience in all specialties within Ophthalmology clinic during their time at ABUHB 
and will be supported and encouraged to do so. This will include exposure to clinical scenarios reflective of the competencies required 
by the CoO. Clinics covered include but are not limited to; Medical Retina, Glaucoma, Corneal, Paediatrics (including Orthoptics) and 
Emergency Eye Care clinic (EEC). 
• Further training beyond entry-level Optometry competences (as mandated by the CoO) will be provided in areas commonly specialised 
by Optometrists (i.e. Glaucoma and Medical Retina). 
• The post holder would be required to undertake additional work in a primary care setting to accompany this secondary care role to 
ensure the timely progression through the CoO Pre-Registration programme and broad experience base. 

Main duties of the job

• To continue to build on the core competencies commenced within the undergraduate Optometry degree
• To carry out delegated administrative and clinical responsibilities to support the smooth running of the Optometry Department.
• To be proactive in the collaboration with the Clinical Lead to plan the development of their own clinical skills and excellence in order to 
pass the College of Optometrists exams.
• To take initiative in understanding their own learning and experience requirements to progress successfully through the CoO preregistration programme.
• To develop clinical decision-making skills and work towards becoming an autonomous clinician in all areas of Core Optometry whilst 
gaining more experience in extended roles.
• Initially with qualified supervision, building towards independence in relation to formulating management and treatment plans, and make 
onwards referral where necessary.
• To update patient notes accordingly in line with good clinical practice principles.
• To ensure that all administrative tasks associated with their patients are completed in a timely manner to avoid delay to patient care. 
• To ensure that all aspects of clinical governance are adhered to; specifically with regards to patient records and data for the use of 
clinical development. 
• To follow national and local protocol with regards to the follow-up/discharge and management of patients, including recent WGOS 
pathways, under the supervision of a qualified colleague.

Working for our organisation

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is a multi-award-winning NHS organisation with a passion for caring. The Health Board provides an exceptional workplace where you can feel trusted and valued. Whatever your specialty or stage in your career, we have opportunities for everyone to start, grow and build your career. The health board provides integrated acute, primary and community care serving a population of 650,000 and employing over 16,000 staff.

We offer a fantastic benefits package and extensive training and development opportunities with paid mandatory training, excellent in-house programmes, opportunities to complete recognised qualifications and professional career pathways including a range of management development programmes. We offer flexible working and promote a healthy work life balance, provide occupational health support and an ambitious plan for a Wellbeing Centre of Excellence to support you at work.

Our Clinical Futures strategy continues to enhance and promote care closer to home as well as high quality hospital care when needed. Join us on our journey to pioneer new ways of working and deliver a world-class healthcare service fit for the future.