Course: Leadership: Are all optometrists clinical leaders? (March 2023 Webinar), Section: Learning outcomes

General

Domains: Leadership and accountability

No CPD Points

Optometrists work in a variety of clinical environments and roles, and they all need to take clinical accountability for their patients and the practices they work in.

This recorded webinar aims to help optometrists to understand the leadership role that they need to take in community practice, and how they may influence colleagues in their team.

The expert panel discusses common situations that occur every day in practice and looks at optometrists’ responsibilities.

The areas covered in the session are:

Section 1: Clinical Supervision, including pre-screening and delegated tasks - Roshni Kanabar
Section 2: Patient journey/referrals, multidisciplinary working, and continuity of care - Willis Wilkie
Section 3: The importance and relevance of clinical governance in practice – Brian McCotter

At the end of the presentations, optometrists’ questions that were raised during the live session are discussed by the panel, facilitated by Philippa Shaw.

At the end of the course, you can complete the CPD quiz to gain one non-interactive CPD point.

First published: April 2023
Last reviewed: July 2024

Learning outcomes

Leadership and accountability

s.8 Maintain adequate patient records

Able to ensure patient records are accurate and complete to provide a high level of patient care.

s.9 Ensure that supervision is undertaken appropriately and complies with the law

Understands an optometrist’s role and clinical responsibility when supervising colleagues and delegating clinical tasks.

s.10 Ensure a safe environment for your patients

Understands the role of clinical governance in optometric practice.
Understands the importance of working with colleagues and other professionals to provide a safe patient journey and continuity of care.