Two newly graduated orthoptists, Amber McGookin, left, and Caitlin Rennie.
Allied health professionals play a vital role in the delivery of high quality, patient-centred health and social care across NHS Highland. In a series of articles around AHPs Day (which was on Monday October 15), we highlight and celebrate the contribution of just two of these professionals.
Two newly graduated Band 5/6 orthoptists, Amber McGookin and Caitlin Rennie, talk about their role as AHPs and their move to the Highlands. Amber said: ‘Orthoptics is one of the lesser-known allied health professions, but we play a significant role within the NHS. We assess, treat, diagnose and monitor visual system dysfunctions, in adults and paediatrics autonomously, or as part of a larger team with ophthalmologists, optometrists and ophthalmic nurses.