Job summaryThe Independent Optometric Adviser will be professionally responsible for Wales General Ophthalmic Services (WGOS) delivered by GOC registered professionals across the Powys Teaching Health Board (PTHB) area.Responsible for providing clinical leadership and advice across the Health Board.Work collaboratively with the senior leadership team, other identified clinicians, and external stakeholders to implement the strategic vision and facilitate clinically led service transformation across hospital and primary care services.Providing clinical leadership, professional and strategic advice to the Health Board in the development of Optometry services, working closely with the Clinical Directors, Medical Directors, Associate Medical Directors and Clinical Leads and other identified clinicians within the Health Board to implement the strategic vision and facilitate clinically led service transformation across all patient pathways and services.Leading development and implementation of All Wales policies relating to WGOS and contributing to wider corporate strategies and policies.Main duties of the jobProfessionally responsible for all General Optical Council registered staffemployed and contracted with the Health Board.Advise on the planning and commissioning of eye health services includingdelivery and future development.Be the principal source of advice within the Health Board in respect of Optometry and required to operate independently, complying with Codes of Conduct and organisational policies and procedures.Advise on the priorities for investment in Eye health and Optometry services.The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.About usBeing the smallest Heath Board in Wales means that you won't get lost in the crowd. Everybody at Powys Teaching Health Board is valued for the contribution they make to our varied and diverse portfolio of community-based services. Together, we can continue to make a real difference to our patients and build on our unrivalled reputation.As a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us, through a range of development pathways. We're also lucky enough to be situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain, let alone Wales! Achieving a healthy 'life work' balance is essential, and something we recognise by prioritising your well-being.To start your journey with us, and to learn more about what we can offer you please visit: https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/. There you will find information about our benefits and values, read staff experiences and more about what our beautiful county has to offer.Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesResponsible for the operational and professional delivery and performance of Optometry services across the Health Board, ensuring that services aredeveloped, responsive to need, and provided with dignity, respect and in a co productive approach.Exercising judgemental and autonomous decision making in line with theseniority of the post and the Health Boards policies, scheme of delegation and standing financial instructions.Working independently interpreting national strategy, policy, and guidelines, taking, and making sound operational decisions.Working collaboratively, always, with other leaders, managers, and stakeholders to consistently achieve high quality services and performance standards.Work in partnership with service groups to provide robust professional advice to the Health Board on the opportunities for delivery and commissioning a range of enhanced services from Optometrists in Powys.Providing visible and effective clinical leadership with responsibility andaccountability for effective service delivery including the interface of Optometry services into secondary care.Person SpecificationQualifications & ExperienceEssentialEvidence of advanced training in related clinical discipline at post graduate levelRegistered with the General Optical CouncilEvidence of up-to-date knowledge of the WGOS Regulatory Framework, General Ophthalmic Contract 2009 & recent clinical developmentsDetailed knowledge and experience of Optometry contractingEvidence of up to date Continuing Professional DevelopmentPractising Optometrist registered with significant post registration experienceExperience of working at a senior level across primary and secondary care within the NHSExperience of clinical leadership at a senior level across primary and secondary care within the NHSExperience of the NHS transformation agendaSignificant experience in practiceExperience of having worked in different optical settingsFocus on delivering both safe, qualitative and effective services providing value for moneyMaintain engagement when dealing with conflictExperience of working relationships with both clinical and non-clinical colleaguesCompliant with Data Protection and Caldicott - adhere to total confidentiality at all timesOrganise and prioritise when working under pressureExperience and confidence in the use of IT applications - specifically Microsoft OfficeInterpret complex legislation and technical specifications and apply as policy and/or service developmentExcellent communication and influencing skills including negotiating and contractingExcellent communication skills, both written and verbal to a wide range of audiences and in situations where there may be conflicting interestsConfidently present reports and information to Board/Committee meetingsGood level networking and liaison skills and the ability to meet deadlines and targetsGood teamwork skills actively involving colleagues across the businessBuilds the benefits of collaborative workingSelf-developer - acts as a role model, invests time in own development and encourages othersDesirableWGOS accreditationRegistered on Wales Combined ListExperience of managing changeAbility to speak WelshAbility to develop relationships with external organisations involved in primary healthcareAbility to represent the Health Board at a national levelValuesEssentialDemonstrate PTHB ValuesDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer namePowys Teaching Health BoardAddressTBCTBCLD1 5LGEmployer's websitehttps://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)