Job summary
We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic individual who enjoys working with people and with an interest in working in an eye care setting.
This is a part-time post for a fixed term of 12 months duration
The role of Ophthalmic Technician is patient centred and involves the use of various diagnostic eye imaging equipment in order to record images, scans, and field analysis to allow for virtual review. This role requires excellent people skills and communication skills, and strict attention to detail in order to provide imaging of the highest quality. The role involves both working in a team on the glaucoma data collection unit and working individually in the visual field clinic within the ophthalmology department. Full training will be provided but previous experience of working with people, patients or in an eye care setting would be beneficial.
Main duties of the job
The main duties of the job include
- To undertake ophthalmic technician duties including (but not limited to) : visual acuity assessment / computerised visual field assessment / retinal imaging using various retinal imaging devices including OPTOS and OCT imaging / measurement of spectacles using the automated focimeter / measurement of Intraocular pressure using the Reichert Ocular Response Analyser and iCARE tonometer
- To participate in the virtual glaucoma clinic and the ophthalmology visual field clinic
- To use patient management systems such as PCS to manage patient appointments and to input patient details into Medisight
- To undertake administrative tasks associated with the role, following departmental guidelines and procedures.
- To contribute to the efficient running of all clinics
- To ensure safe use and maintenance of all equipment
- To demonstrate ophthalmic technician duties to others and to assist in training new staff
- To ensure compliance with policies and procedures of the Trust
- To contribute to service development
About us
This post is located within Optical Services, which provides allied eye care services for both children and adults within the ophthalmology service. We are a small but growing, friendly team, consisting of 5 orthoptists, 3 optometrists and 5 ophthalmic technicians.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To undertake ophthalmic technician duties including (but not limited to) :
- Visual acuity assessment
- Computerised visual field assessment
- Retinal imaging using various retinal imaging devices including OPTOS and OCT imaging
- Measurement of spectacles using the automated focimeter
- Measurement of Intraocular pressure using the Reichert Ocular Response Analyser and iCARE
- To participate in the virtual glaucoma clinic and the ophthalmology visual field clinic as required.
- To use patient management systems such as PCS to manage patient appointments and to input patient details into Medisight
- To undertake administrative tasks associated with the role, following departmental guidelines and procedures.
- To contribute to the efficient running of all clinics
- 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 ensure compliance with policies and procedures of the Trust
- To contribute to service development
Job description
Job responsibilities
To undertake ophthalmic technician duties including (but not limited to) :
- Visual acuity assessment
- Computerised visual field assessment
- Retinal imaging using various retinal imaging devices including OPTOS and OCT imaging
- Measurement of spectacles using the automated focimeter
- Measurement of Intraocular pressure using the Reichert Ocular Response Analyser and iCARE
- To participate in the virtual glaucoma clinic and the ophthalmology visual field clinic as required.
- To use patient management systems such as PCS to manage patient appointments and to input patient details into Medisight
- To undertake administrative tasks associated with the role, following departmental guidelines and procedures.
- To contribute to the efficient running of all clinics
- 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 ensure compliance with policies and procedures of the Trust
- To contribute to service development
Person Specification
essential
Essential
- Previous experience of dealing with patients/members of the public in a customer care or clinical environment
- Excellent communication skills
- 5 GCSE grade A-C or equivalent including maths, English and science / NVQ level 3 / A levels or equivalent experience
Desirable
- Experience working in an eye care setting
Person Specification
essential
Essential
- Previous experience of dealing with patients/members of the public in a customer care or clinical environment
- Excellent communication skills
- 5 GCSE grade A-C or equivalent including maths, English and science / NVQ level 3 / A levels or equivalent experience
Desirable
- Experience working in an eye care setting
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).
