King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Ophthalmic Technician

The closing date is 20 July 2025

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join Ophthalmology outpatients service at Denmark Hill, King's College Hospital. We are looking for motivated and enthusiastic individual who enjoys working with people and have an interest in working in an ophthalmic care setting.

This role requires excellent people skills and communication skills, and strict attention to detail in order to provide imaging of the highest quality. This rewarding position will develop and evolve with our collaborative team working approach to ensure we meet the advancing demand of patients with ocular conditions.

Previous experience of working with patients in an eye care setting would be beneficial.

Post holder must be able to work across a 7 day week, including bank holidays. Shift pattern ( non negotiable due to service requirements) : 8am - 6pm, including one Saturday and one Sunday shift per roster month.

Please note : This vacancy is for fixed term contract which will end on 31/08/2026

Main duties of the job

Demonstrating caring, compassionate, professional behaviour fostering trust and confidence in the service for people in your care.

Maintain effective communication with patients, relatives, and members of the Multidisciplinary network of professionals regarding all aspects of care demonstrating a range of appropriate communication skills.

To undertake ophthalmic technician duties including (but not limited to) :

  • Visual acuity assessment
  • visual field assessment
  • Retinal imaging using various retinal imaging devices including OPTOS , OCT imaging, Anterion etc
  • Measurement of spectacles using the automated focimeter
  • Measurement of Intraocular pressure using the Reichert Ocular Response Analyser and iCARE
  • To participate in the virtual technician led clinic.
  • To use electronic patient record management system.
  • To assist in intravitreal injections and cross linking services.
  • To undertake administrative tasks associated with the role, following departmental guidelines and procedures.
  • To contribute to the efficient running of all clinics, opening and closing of clinic setting.
  • To be able to complete successful care certificate completion within 3 months of start date.
  • To ensure safe use and maintenance of all equipment
  • To commit to further training as required
  • To demonstrate ophthalmic technician duties to others and to assist in training new staff when necessary
  • To participate in team huddles and meetings
  • To ensure compliance with policies and procedures of the Trust

About us

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of c£1 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and more than 15,000 staff based across South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King's to another level.

We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.

King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.

Details

Date posted

01 July 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£30,039 to £31,088 a year per annum, including HCA

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

213-PRUH-7302099

Job locations

King's College Hospital

Denmark hill

SE5 9RS


Job description

Job responsibilities

To undertake ophthalmic technician duties including (but not limited to) :

  • Visual acuity assessment
  • visual field assessment
  • Retinal imaging using various retinal imaging devices including OPTOS , OCT imaging, CASIA etc
  • Measurement of spectacles using the automated focimeter
  • Measurement of Intraocular pressure using the Reichert Ocular Response Analyser and iCARE
  • To participate in the virtual technician led clinic.
  • To use electronic patient record management system.
  • To assist in intravitreal injections and cross linking services.
  • To undertake administrative tasks associated with the role, following departmental guidelines and procedures.
  • To contribute to the efficient running of all clinics, opening and closing of clinic setting.
  • To be able to complete successful care certificate completion within 3 months of start date.
  • To ensure safe use and maintenance of all equipment
  • To commit to further training as required
  • To ensure compliance with policies and procedures of the Trust

Job description

Job responsibilities

To undertake ophthalmic technician duties including (but not limited to) :

  • Visual acuity assessment
  • visual field assessment
  • Retinal imaging using various retinal imaging devices including OPTOS , OCT imaging, CASIA etc
  • Measurement of spectacles using the automated focimeter
  • Measurement of Intraocular pressure using the Reichert Ocular Response Analyser and iCARE
  • To participate in the virtual technician led clinic.
  • To use electronic patient record management system.
  • To assist in intravitreal injections and cross linking services.
  • To undertake administrative tasks associated with the role, following departmental guidelines and procedures.
  • To contribute to the efficient running of all clinics, opening and closing of clinic setting.
  • To be able to complete successful care certificate completion within 3 months of start date.
  • To ensure safe use and maintenance of all equipment
  • To commit to further training as required
  • To ensure compliance with policies and procedures of the Trust

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Degree level qualification or equivalent ophthalmology qualification
  • Enhanced ophthalmic imaging techniques (OVS) Qualification
  • Care Certificate

Desirable

  • Experience in undertaking Advanced ophthalmic diagnostic investigations

Experience

Essential

  • Working in an Ophthalmic setting supporting patients and the multi-disciplinary team with a range of Ophthalmic technical skills

Desirable

  • Good IT skills and experience in using software packages
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Degree level qualification or equivalent ophthalmology qualification
  • Enhanced ophthalmic imaging techniques (OVS) Qualification
  • Care Certificate

Desirable

  • Experience in undertaking Advanced ophthalmic diagnostic investigations

Experience

Essential

  • Working in an Ophthalmic setting supporting patients and the multi-disciplinary team with a range of Ophthalmic technical skills

Desirable

  • Good IT skills and experience in using software packages

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

King's College Hospital

Denmark hill

SE5 9RS


Employer's website

https://www.kch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

King's College Hospital

Denmark hill

SE5 9RS


Employer's website

https://www.kch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Matron for Ophthalmology

Thanu Gino

t.gino@nhs.net

02032997452

Details

Date posted

01 July 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£30,039 to £31,088 a year per annum, including HCA

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

213-PRUH-7302099

Job locations

King's College Hospital

Denmark hill

SE5 9RS


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