Ophthalmic Technician

Job summary

Job overview :Clinical and Patient CareTo support qualified staff in the assessment of health needs, planning, delivery andevaluation of care for a number of individuals or groups of patients, including clinical andlaser risk assessmentTo exercise a reasonable and agreed degree of professional autonomy and makejudgements and decisions in order to satisfy the expectations and demands of the job aftera period of training and completion of appropriate competencies.To work alongside all staff in all areas of the patient pathway- ophthalmic outpatientclinics and nurse led pre assessment clinics, day care including admissions and dischargeareas.To undertake clinical work and related tasks as delegated by qualified nursing staff,following appropriate training and assessment of competency.To liaise effectively with all stakeholders in the care process, including carers andrelatives, aspiring to provide an effective, seamless and integrated service to patients.To attain the competencies of ECG, vision assessment using Logmar and Snellen testingcharts and observations, visual imaging equipment, and stock management after a trainingand having followed the Trusts required protocol.To attend or assist with patients basic care including feeding and toileting if needed.To act as chaperone when required.CommunicationTo communicate effectively, respectfully and in a timely manner within the team.

Main duties of the job

Clinical and Patient Care

To support qualified staff in the assessment of health needs, planning, delivery, and evaluation of care for a number of individuals or groups of patients, including clinical and laser risk assessment

To exercise a reasonable and agreed degree of professional autonomy and make judgements and decisions to satisfy the expectations and demands of the job after a period of training and completion of appropriate competencies.

To work alongside in all areas of the patient pathway- ophthalmic outpatient clinics and nurse led pre assessment clinics, day care including admissions and discharge areas.

To undertake clinical work and related tasks as delegated by qualified nursing staff, following appropriate training and assessment of competency.

To liaise effectively with all stakeholders in the care process, including carers and relatives, aspiring to provide an effective, seamless, and integrated service to patients.

To attain the competencies of ECG, vision assessment using Logmar and Snellen testing charts and observations, visual imaging equipment, and stock management after a training and having followed the Trusts required protocol.

To act as a chaperone when required.

About us

At Moorfields, we provide more than just an excellent career and great colleagues to work with. We also offer:

• Salary including High-Cost Area Supplement
• Opportunity to join the NHS Pension Scheme
• Free 24/7 independent counselling service
• Learning and development opportunities
• Easy and quick transport links
• A range of attractive benefits and discounts
• Access to Blue Light Card and other NHS Discount Schemes
• Free Pilates classes
• Full support and training to develop your skills
• Flexible working friendly organisation

And so much more! To see the full range of benefits we offer please see our Moorfields benefits document.

Employer details

Employer name

Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Croydon University Hospital Moorfields Eye Clinic

CROYDON UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL 530

Croydon

CR7 7YE

Employer's website

https://www.moorfields.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

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Employer details

Employer name

Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Croydon University Hospital Moorfields Eye Clinic

CROYDON UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL 530

Croydon

CR7 7YE

Employer's website

https://www.moorfields.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

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