Bank WET AMD Ophthalmology Nurse
Powys Teaching Health Board
Bronllys, LD3 0LUView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£40,559 to £48,841
Contract
Bank
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
26 October 2026
7 days leftJob description
This is a Bank position only Sponsorship Currently we are unable to provide certificates of sponsorship for this role as it does not meet the Home Off...
The post holder will assess patients with complex eye conditions such asmacular, retinal vein occlusion and diabetic macular oedema. Review patients diagnostic test results including Ocular Coherence Tomography results, Visual Field Testing, Intraocular pressures and administer intravitreal treatments in line with The Royal College of Ophthalmology and NICE guidelines.
We would particularly welcome applications from Welsh speakers; but even if you dont speak any Welsh, or want to develop your skills, dont worry: the health board will support you with training.
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Powys is cited as being a wonderful place to live and work; a rural health setting where you can personally and professionally grow, where patients are at the heart of care provision. If you are an ambitious professional in search of job satisfaction, Powys is the place to be. Whatever your career aspirations, we are committed to supporting and developing you.
Powys Teaching Health Board is responsible for meeting the health and wellbeing needs of the population of Powys. Powys is the largest county in Wales with Snowdonia to the North and the Brecon Beacons to the South, the spectacular scenery is something to behold. Working in partnership, we commission and provide award-winning hospital, community, mental health and learning disability services, so our portfolio is varied and diverse. We are proud to offer patients an unrivalled level of care and range of careers for professionals who want to make a real difference.
Did you know - Powys Teaching Health Board accepts applications to retire and return from within the NHS in Wales. If you would like to know more, please contact the Powys Teaching Health Board Workforce team on 01874 712580 orpowys.workforcegeneralenquiries@wales.nhs.uk
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Applicants are invited to apply in Welsh, any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English.
Qualification and experience
Essential: - Current NMC Registration; - Ophthalmology qualification (or equivalent clinical experience as an intravineal injector)
Desirable: - Teaching qualification; - Leadership qualification
Experience
Essential
- Appropriate experience within speciality and able to demonstrate sound knowledge of relevant speciality
- Able to demonstrate sound knowledge of NMC Code
- Experience of working in a multiprofessional environment
- Previous experience in Ophthalmology clinical tests e.g., OCT, Tomography, Tonography
- Understanding of Eye Care Service Welsh Assembly Programme
- IT skills
- Able to relate theory into practise through reflective skills
Aptitude and Abilities
Essential
- Demonstrate a willingness to develop leadership and management skills
- Demonstrate a flexible approach to meet the needs of the service
- Ability to motivate and influence others
- Ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate care
- Ability to respond/lead change
- Ability to delegate and prioritise caseload
- Able to manage time effectively
- Excellent interpersonal skills
Desirable: - Some ability to speak, read and/or write Welsh, or an eagerness to learn.
Values
Essential
- Demonstrate PTHB Values
- Adaptable in work related tasks
- Able to work as a team member as well as an individual
- Non-judgemental
- Enthusiastic and diplomatic
- Reliable, conscientious, and punctual
Other
Essential
- Up to date professional portfolio
- Ability to travel between sites
- Commitment to work a shift pattern complimentary to rest of management team within OPD with the aim of providing maximum visible nursing leadership across 7 days of the week
How to apply
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Provenance
Source
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First seen
15 October 2026
Last checked
16 October 2026
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