Job Overview
Evolutio is an independent Hospital Eye Service provider, established in 2011 and having seen over 500,000 patients, using multi-disciplinary clinical teams, working together to deliver a high-quality ophthalmology outpatient and minor surgical service for NHS patients.
Joining the evolutio team, you will find an opportunity to be part of a diverse and ambitious clinical team of Ophthalmic Technicians, Optometrists, Independent Prescribers, Specialty Doctors, led by our team of consultant Ophthalmologists. The Evolutio clinical team offers great support through direct Consultant access, peer support, and a robust clinical CPD program to support your growth, allowing you to grow your clinical experience in a well-equipped and comfortable clinical setting.
At Evolutio we offer a wide range of benefits to support your career and wellbeing. These include
Access to a learning and development
IP and Advance certificate training sponsorship opportunities
Internal IP Placement
Internal Consultant Lead CET & CPD programme
Private Health Insurance – Bupa
Private Mental Health Care – Bupa
Mental Health First Aiders
Employment wellbeing programme
35 days holidays FTE
NHS Discounts across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers
Cycle to work scheme
Main duties of the Role
To deliver specialist clinical care for patients in line with professional guidelines and Evolutio protocols within appointment times.
To plan and deliver specialist clinical examinations tailored to individual patient requirements.
Diagnose, manage and advise on any vision defects, diseases or abnormalities with a multidisciplinary team, developing your skillset for autonomous decision making.
Conducting pre-and post-operative assessment on patients attending after referral for cataract surgery
Conducting pre-op assessment on those patients referred for laser YAG capsulotomy, YAG – IP and SLT.
Communicate effectively, provide positive recommendations and information to each patient
Undertake the role to discharge patients when required.
To maintain accurate clinical records and high standard imaging.
To maintain the specified patient appointment times during a busy clinic
Ensuring your clinical area is prepared and ensuring all equipment is clean, checked and ready for use
Work alongside the Ophthalmic Assistant in the day to day running of the clinic
To be responsible for autonomous independent prescribing and glaucoma management
Key Skills and Expectations
A natural enjoyment of communicating with people
An ability to be empathic in delivering bad news
An ability to remain calm and balanced in a busy clinical environment
An ability to work with all grades of clinic staff, especially with regard to supporting others personal development
If you would like to enquire about how Evolutio can support your clinical career growth, then please email your CV to
[email protected] or apply on line now https://www.evolutio-ophthalmology.co.uk/careers/
