Job summary
We require an enthusiastic and motivated Ophthalmic Imager with previous experience to join our team of 9 imagers and Ophthalmic Technician.
The Ophthalmology Unit in Leicester employs 26 Consultant Ophthalmologists.
The imaging department sees a wide range of patients, including glaucoma, macular degeneration, cornea, and neuro-ophthalmology and receives referrals from other specialties including, rheumatology and neurology.
Virtual clinics are held with senior imagers and ophthalmologists working closely together to manage new and follow-up patients.
Please note - the Department cannot offer not provide sponsorship for this role.
Main duties of the job
The department also provides a service in the peripheral community hospitals in both Leicestershire and Rutland. As well as macular degeneration clinics the imagers work in conjunction with the ophthalmologists in general ophthalmology clinics.
University Hospitals of Leicester is a clinical placement centre for undergraduates and regularly accommodate students on placement. Clinical teaching for medical students and pre-registration optometrists is a routine part of work.
This role is essential to the delivery of the service and candidates will be expected to work closely with other departments within the Trust to provide high quality, holistic patient centred care. Due to the large volume of activity, there will be evening and weekend work regularly. Previous ophthalmic imaging/screening experience is essential.
About us
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals:
- high-quality care for all,
- being a great place to work,
- partnerships for impact, and
- research and education excellence
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
- we are compassionate,
- we are proud,
- we are inclusive, and
- we are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:
http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/
Job description
Job responsibilities
The successful applicant will be involved in all aspects of the departments imaging work including teaching and working alongside the ophthalmologist, visual field technicians, optometrist and orthoptists. To assist in the delivery of specialised clinical diagnostic imaging. Assist and advise on all types of imaging requests. Discuss test procedures with patients, relatives or carers who may havephysical/learning disabilities, or whose first language is not English. Discuss technical information with colleagues in relation to imaging equipment used to ensure optimum results are obtained for clinical and research purposes. Use multiple imaging software systems. To be responsible for stock control and ordering of consumables. Flexibility with covering annual leave/sick leave in the community if required. This is a permanent post of 30 hours per week. The full time 30.0 hours can be shared between two part time candidates (Please refer to the job description/person specification for further details)
Job description
Job responsibilities
The successful applicant will be involved in all aspects of the departments imaging work including teaching and working alongside the ophthalmologist, visual field technicians, optometrist and orthoptists. To assist in the delivery of specialised clinical diagnostic imaging. Assist and advise on all types of imaging requests. Discuss test procedures with patients, relatives or carers who may havephysical/learning disabilities, or whose first language is not English. Discuss technical information with colleagues in relation to imaging equipment used to ensure optimum results are obtained for clinical and research purposes. Use multiple imaging software systems. To be responsible for stock control and ordering of consumables. Flexibility with covering annual leave/sick leave in the community if required. This is a permanent post of 30 hours per week. The full time 30.0 hours can be shared between two part time candidates (Please refer to the job description/person specification for further details)
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Undergraduate degree or significant experience in ophthalmic setting
Experience
Essential
- 2 years in ophthalmic setting
- Working in the NHS
- IT literate
Desirable
- 4 years experience
- Audit experience
- Research experience
Skills
Essential
- Team working
- Assess patients in all settings
- Flexibility with working patterns
Desirable
Communication
Essential
- Effective communication with team and patients
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Undergraduate degree or significant experience in ophthalmic setting
Experience
Essential
- 2 years in ophthalmic setting
- Working in the NHS
- IT literate
Desirable
- 4 years experience
- Audit experience
- Research experience
Skills
Essential
- Team working
- Assess patients in all settings
- Flexibility with working patterns
Desirable
Communication
Essential
- Effective communication with team and patients
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).
