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 across 10 hospital sites, delivering over 100 clinical services to more than 500,000 people in the South-west. 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 digital exemplar committed to improving patient outcomes, our world-leading research and innovation have a positive local and global impact. With hospitals based in both vibrant Bristol and coastal Weston-Super-Mare, we offer the best of city and seaside living with easy access to countryside, national parks, and the wider Southwest.
UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer working towards a diverse workforce, we aim to recruit and retain staff that reflect the communities we serve, and we actively support inclusive recruitment and working practices.
If you're an experienced specialist Optometrist keen to expand your scope of practice, the prestigious Bristol Eye Hospital is seeking Medical Optometrists (Band 8a) to support our expanding services. At our research-active teaching hospital, you will deliver advanced, highly specialised, non-routine care in an inspiring, multidisciplinary environment known for clinical innovation. Working collaboratively alongside our Consultant Ophthalmology and experienced Optometry teams, you will support the medical and surgical management of sight-threatening eye disease. With significant evidence of autonomous practice, you will evaluate highly complex and potentially conflicting 'high stakes' cases, determining the most appropriate treatment options for patient-centred care. You should hold post-graduate professional qualifications or demonstrable training & experience in subspecialty clinics.
Skills should be on par with the level of sub-specialty trained Ophthalmologists, though access to additional training can be provided. You should possess clear evidence of leadership and extended clinical responsibility to support the teaching and supervision of trainees as part of our commitment to the professional and personal development of our staff. Candidates not meeting the post-graduate qualification level could be considered for a Band 7 Specialist Optometrist role.