Job summary
This is a senior Ophthalmic technician role. A Band 3 is responsible for a busy clinical area and making sure the clinic runs smoothly and effectively. We are looking for someone who has all ophthalmic technician skills and also role models the trust values in their everyday working.
You should be able to test vision, IOP OCT VF etc
This role will work at GSTT, Artesian and Minnie Kidd centres
Main duties of the job
We are looking for experienced Ophthalmic technicians run and lead ophthalmic clinics. This is a Band 3 Job which could be done full time.mentor new staff within the ophthalmic technician team and help provide a comprehensive high quality excellent ophthalmic service at GSTT, Minnie Kidd and Artesian
This will involve being part of the Eye Care Team, a multidisciplinary team, testing vision, visual fields and using equipment such as autorefractors and ophthalmic imaging devises OCT pentacam scanning etc.
About us
Guy's and St Thomas' is a Major London Hospital and tertiary referral center. It has a busy Ophthalmic department for both pediatrics and adults.
Guys and St Thomas' is one of the largest ophthalmology departments in the country.
This role is an exciting opportunity to work in a major London teaching hospital as an ophthalmic technician. This essential role tests Vision, assess intra-ocular pressure, visual fields and scans such corneal tomography, OPTOS and OCT prior to the ophthalmologist assessment of the patient. This role ensures the smooth running of the ophthalmology clinics. Ophthalmic technicians also ensure that each clinic is well stock and tidy. As a band 3 you would be expected to lead a small team and be in charge of a clinical area.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This is a Band 3 Ophthalmic technician post, so mentoring the Band 2s and being a team leader for a clinical area is expected with expect knowledge of vision, IOP, i-care measurement, corneal scanning, OCT, imaging etc.
Please see the Job Description and Person Specification for detailed information regarding the responsibilities and requirements for this post.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This is a Band 3 Ophthalmic technician post, so mentoring the Band 2s and being a team leader for a clinical area is expected with expect knowledge of vision, IOP, i-care measurement, corneal scanning, OCT, imaging etc.
Please see the Job Description and Person Specification for detailed information regarding the responsibilities and requirements for this post.
Person Specification
Knowledge/Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE in Maths and English, NVQ level 2 or equivalent.
Desirable
- Computer skills for clinical work
Skills
Essential
- To have good communication skills with colleagues and all patients including ones with special needs
Desirable
- Ability to handle difficult situations
- Knowledge of outpatient clinics
- Good computer skills
Experience
Essential
- Good team working and communication skills
Desirable
- Experience with Ophthalmology Clinics
Person Specification
Knowledge/Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE in Maths and English, NVQ level 2 or equivalent.
Desirable
- Computer skills for clinical work
Skills
Essential
- To have good communication skills with colleagues and all patients including ones with special needs
Desirable
- Ability to handle difficult situations
- Knowledge of outpatient clinics
- Good computer skills
Experience
Essential
- Good team working and communication skills
Desirable
- Experience with Ophthalmology Clinics
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This 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.
Applications 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).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This 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.
Applications 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).
