Job summary
The Ophthalmology Department at Leicester Royal Infirmary is looking to recruit a visual field technician to joinour team.
Visual field technicians play a vital role in the ophthalmology clinics such as glaucoma clinics. They are responsible for meeting and greeting patients and putting them at ease before assessing their visual fields using computerised instruments.
Previous work with the public, preferably in the NHS, would be beneficial. All necessary training will be given.
The post will include evenings and weekend shifts.
You will be required to travel offsite to the EMPCC (East Midlands Primary Care Centre and other sites in the community.
Full time and part time hours will be considered.
Main duties of the job
The visual field technicians work closely with all staff groups in the Ophthalmology Department. Evidence of a good basic education and IT experience is essential.
The post holder will be required to develop effective working relationships with all members of the ophthalmology team and external companies who provide and service equipment. Among the more important will be:
- Consultants and all medical staff
- Orthoptists
- Optometrists
- Ophthalmic imagers/Photographers
- Ophthalmic Technicians
- Nurses
- Administrative staff
- Management
- Suppliers
Main duties will include:
- To undertake the assessment of visual fields using automated equipment in a range of patients.
- To use the automated focimeter to measure spectacle prescriptions.
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
- To assess visual fields at the request of medical and other staff using automated Humphrey perimeter and to liaise with the Head Orthoptist or other orthoptists over problems that may arise.
- To assess spectacle prescription using automated focimeter and interpret the results.
- To communicate effectively with patients, patients relatives and professional colleagues so that correct information is understood and passed on to the correct people. Communication with patients may often be difficult due to language and comprehension barriers.
- To transport and support wheelchair patients.
- To instil eye drops as requested by medical staff.
Teaching
- To assist in the clinical teaching of new members of staff.
- To show how to perform tests to medical staff, nursing staff and others as requested.
- To undertake any necessary training courses/sessions.
Governance
- Manage your own workload including allocation of tasks and prioritisation of workload to ensure the effective and efficient delivery of the service.
- Undertake various administrative and clerical duties including using the HISS appointments system.
- Accurately record in the patient records all investigations carried out and ensure entries are dated and signed.
- Contribute to the effective day to day running of the department, assist in the development of good working practises e.g. help write policies and procedures, help to support other members of the team.
- To consult with users of the service to ensure requests are understood and undertaken accurately.
- Participate in audits and collect relevant data as required.
- Be responsible for all equipment used and ensure that the equipment is well maintained, secure and hygienic for clinical purposes paying cognisance to decontamination policies and procedures.
- Report faulty equipment promptly and arrange site visit if appropriate.
- To ensure an adequate supply of consumables is maintained.
- To attend all Trust mandatory training as required.
- To have regular appraisal as per Trust policy.
(Please refer to the job description/person specification for further details on the role)
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To assess visual fields at the request of medical and other staff using automated Humphrey perimeter and to liaise with the Head Orthoptist or other orthoptists over problems that may arise.
- To assess spectacle prescription using automated focimeter and interpret the results.
- To communicate effectively with patients, patients relatives and professional colleagues so that correct information is understood and passed on to the correct people. Communication with patients may often be difficult due to language and comprehension barriers.
- To transport and support wheelchair patients.
- To instil eye drops as requested by medical staff.
Teaching
- To assist in the clinical teaching of new members of staff.
- To show how to perform tests to medical staff, nursing staff and others as requested.
- To undertake any necessary training courses/sessions.
Governance
- Manage your own workload including allocation of tasks and prioritisation of workload to ensure the effective and efficient delivery of the service.
- Undertake various administrative and clerical duties including using the HISS appointments system.
- Accurately record in the patient records all investigations carried out and ensure entries are dated and signed.
- Contribute to the effective day to day running of the department, assist in the development of good working practises e.g. help write policies and procedures, help to support other members of the team.
- To consult with users of the service to ensure requests are understood and undertaken accurately.
- Participate in audits and collect relevant data as required.
- Be responsible for all equipment used and ensure that the equipment is well maintained, secure and hygienic for clinical purposes paying cognisance to decontamination policies and procedures.
- Report faulty equipment promptly and arrange site visit if appropriate.
- To ensure an adequate supply of consumables is maintained.
- To attend all Trust mandatory training as required.
- To have regular appraisal as per Trust policy.
(Please refer to the job description/person specification for further details on the role)
Person Specification
Training & Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE maths and English or equivalent
Experience
Essential
Desirable
- Working in the NHS Previous eye clinic experience
Skills
Essential
- Team worker and able to manage own workload.
- Ability to work under pressure
- Understand the importance of confidentiality in all forms.
Communication and relationship skills
Essential
- Able to communicate effectively with members of the multidisciplinary team, patients, their carers and families both in written and oral form.
Planning and organisation skills
Essential
Other requirements specific to the role
Essential
- Flexibility of working patterns to fit in with departmental needs.
- Evenings and Saturday working are essential.
Desirable
Analytical and Judgement skills
Essential
Desirable
- Ability to extract relevant information from literature/reports.
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
Essential
- Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours.
Physical Skills
Essential
- Able to work whilst standing up regularly.
- Able to work in low lighting levels.
- Able to lift heavy notes and support patients to transfer into patient chair.
- To transport and support wheelchair patients.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs.
- All staff members are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high quality care and interactions with others.
Person Specification
Training & Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE maths and English or equivalent
Experience
Essential
Desirable
- Working in the NHS Previous eye clinic experience
Skills
Essential
- Team worker and able to manage own workload.
- Ability to work under pressure
- Understand the importance of confidentiality in all forms.
Communication and relationship skills
Essential
- Able to communicate effectively with members of the multidisciplinary team, patients, their carers and families both in written and oral form.
Planning and organisation skills
Essential
Other requirements specific to the role
Essential
- Flexibility of working patterns to fit in with departmental needs.
- Evenings and Saturday working are essential.
Desirable
Analytical and Judgement skills
Essential
Desirable
- Ability to extract relevant information from literature/reports.
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
Essential
- Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours.
Physical Skills
Essential
- Able to work whilst standing up regularly.
- Able to work in low lighting levels.
- Able to lift heavy notes and support patients to transfer into patient chair.
- To transport and support wheelchair patients.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs.
- All staff members are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high quality care and interactions with others.
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).
