Job summary
We are seeking to recruit an ophthalmic technician to work in a split role within our busy Paediatric & Strabismus department. We are looking for someone who would be able to take on the challenges of working in a busy, high volume clinical environment and has excellent communication skills.
The ophthalmic technician role provides assessment and support to patients who are attending their Outpatient appointment either in Paediatric & Strabismus service under the supervision of the nursing team. Experience of working within an ophthalmic healthcare setting is preferred along with a positive attitude and willingness to take on new challenges.
Main duties of the job
Participate in the delivery of patient centred care, maintaining a compassionate and professional attitude at all times.
Contribute to the ward/clinic/department/organisation.
Support senior staff in the provision of a caring and safe environment.
Demonstrate competence in generic and specialist skills as required from Appendix 1 following the completion of the appropriate training and education. The timeline for completion of competencies is within 2 months from commencement in role.
Must be committed to completing the Care Certificate within 2 months of commencing in role.
Function at a competency level in line with the requirements of the post and achieve and maintain both mandatory and statutory training requirements associated with the role.
About us
What's in it for You?
At Moorfields, we invest in you--your growth, your wellbeing, your future.You'll join a flexible, supportive organisation offering:
Competitive salary (including high-cost area supplement)
Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme
24/7 independent counselling support
Career-long learning and development opportunities
Excellent transport connections
Access to NHS and Blue Light discount schemes
Free Pilates classes
Full support and training to develop your skills
And so much more! To see the full range of benefits we offer please view our Moorfields benefits leaflet.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Support qualified staff in the assessment of health needs and the delivery of care for a number ofindividuals or groups of patients, including clinical risk assessment.
Work collaboratively with others as part of the multi-disciplinary team, assisting nursing and otherclinical staff in duties associated with patient care.
Support colleagues in ensuring that patients receive care in a timely manner during their visit toMoorfields. Ensuring that patients are fully informed of any delays and what is being done to address orrectify delays in treatments or clinical tests.
Treat patients with dignity and respect and maintaining their confidentiality both inside and outside thehospital environment.
Provide support to the clinical team in the delivery of care ensuring that these are within your personalscope of knowledge and competency.
Ensure that the clinical areas are prepared for use at the start of each shift and reviewed at regularintervals throughout the day e.g. ensuring that clinical areas are clean and tidy, all the necessaryequipment such as clinical documents and consumables are stocked up adhering to all health and safetyand infection control policies.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Support qualified staff in the assessment of health needs and the delivery of care for a number ofindividuals or groups of patients, including clinical risk assessment.
Work collaboratively with others as part of the multi-disciplinary team, assisting nursing and otherclinical staff in duties associated with patient care.
Support colleagues in ensuring that patients receive care in a timely manner during their visit toMoorfields. Ensuring that patients are fully informed of any delays and what is being done to address orrectify delays in treatments or clinical tests.
Treat patients with dignity and respect and maintaining their confidentiality both inside and outside thehospital environment.
Provide support to the clinical team in the delivery of care ensuring that these are within your personalscope of knowledge and competency.
Ensure that the clinical areas are prepared for use at the start of each shift and reviewed at regularintervals throughout the day e.g. ensuring that clinical areas are clean and tidy, all the necessaryequipment such as clinical documents and consumables are stocked up adhering to all health and safetyand infection control policies.
Person Specification
Education/ Qaulification
Essential
- NVQ level 3 or equivalent experience
- GCSE level education or equivalent
Desirable
- Working in a health care setting
- Experience or Further training with diagnostics machines
Experience / Knowledge
Essential
- Working as part of a team
- Able to communicate with members of the public on a face to face basis
- Understanding the importance of lifelong learning
Desirable
- Understanding the importance of equal opportunities
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to use IT systems
- Ability to support patients through their pathway
Desirable
- Experience or competence in skills set out in appendix 1
- Promotes good patient experience
Person Specification
Education/ Qaulification
Essential
- NVQ level 3 or equivalent experience
- GCSE level education or equivalent
Desirable
- Working in a health care setting
- Experience or Further training with diagnostics machines
Experience / Knowledge
Essential
- Working as part of a team
- Able to communicate with members of the public on a face to face basis
- Understanding the importance of lifelong learning
Desirable
- Understanding the importance of equal opportunities
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to use IT systems
- Ability to support patients through their pathway
Desirable
- Experience or competence in skills set out in appendix 1
- Promotes good patient experience
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.
